Salivary Glands Flashcards
1
Q
Initial chemical digestion depends on an accessory organ- the ———.
A
salivary gland
2
Q
Chemical digestion involves enzymatic action, which is accomplished through the ———.
A
saliva
3
Q
The saliva contains ——— that helps digest carbohydrates.
A
salivary amylase
4
Q
What are the 3 pairs of salivary glands?
A
Parotid glads
Sublingual glads
Submandibular glands
5
Q
lies in front (and below) of the ear; contains saliva near the second upper molar
A
Parotid gland
6
Q
lies under the floor of the mouth; contains saliva by numerous ——— ducts
A
Sublingual gland
7
Q
lies deep in the mouth; contains saliva on either side of the lingual frenulum (small fold of the tongue)
(BELOW THE JAW)
A
Submandibular gland
