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Saliva

Key Stage 2

Meaning

Saliva is the liquid made in our mouths.

Key Stage 3

Meaning

Saliva is a liquid made in the salivary glands used to moisten food and begin chemical digestion.

About Saliva

Saliva is made in the mouth to lubricate the food as it passes down the oesophagus.
Saliva contains amylase which begins the breakdown of starch into smaller molecules.

Key Stage 4

Meaning

Saliva is a liquid made in the salivary glands used to moisten food and begin chemical digestion.

About Saliva

Saliva is made in the mouth to lubricate the food as it passes down the oesophagus.
Saliva contains amylase which begins the breakdown of starch into smaller molecules.