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What is the role of saliva in the mastication of food?
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To lubricate and adhere the masticated food particles into a bolus
Saliva contains enzymes that help to break down food and also contains mucus, which helps to lubricate and adhere the masticated food particles into a bolus. The bolus is then conveyed into the pharynx and then into the oesophagus by swallowing or deglutition.
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