Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
14th Edition
ISBN: 9781118345009
Author: Gerard J. Tortora
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 24, Problem 12CP
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The regulation of saliva secretion.

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Saliva is the secretion that is produced by salivary glands for the breakdown of food particles. The secretion of saliva is called salivation.

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