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What is the approximate daily production of saliva in liters?
Which salivary gland is responsible for the largest percentage of saliva production?
Saliva can have what two types of consistency?
What role does saliva NOT typically play in oral health?
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Which factor is least likely to impact salivary flow?
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Study Notes
Saliva
- Saliva is a colorless, slightly sticky solution produced by the salivary glands.
- Saliva can have a serous or mucous consistency
- The volume of saliva produced per day is between 1-1.5 liters
Salivary Gland Contribution
- The submandibular salivary gland is responsible for 60-65% of total saliva volume.
- The parotid salivary gland contributes 25%.
- The sublingual salivary gland produces 5-10% of total saliva volume.
- Minor salivary glands also contribute to the production of saliva.
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This quiz explores the properties and production of saliva, detailing its composition and the functions of different salivary glands. Understand the contributions of the submandibular, parotid, and sublingual glands to overall saliva volume. Test your knowledge on this essential bodily fluid and its functions.
