Question

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what is a function of saliva?
multiple choice
breaking food into smaller pieces
beginning the chemical digestion of carbohydrates
absorbing fat from ingested food
cleansing the esophagus

Explanation:

Saliva contains enzymes like amylase which starts the chemical digestion of carbohydrates. Breaking food into smaller pieces is mainly mechanical digestion (by teeth). Absorbing fat occurs in the small intestine. Cleansing the esophagus is not a primary function of saliva.

Answer:

Beginning the chemical digestion of carbohydrates