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What is the function of lingual lipase?
What is the function of lingual lipase?
- Activation of salivary amylase
- Digestion of milk fat (correct)
- Neutralization of stomach acid
- Digestion of cooked starch
What is the consequence of an abnormally short lingual frenulum?
What is the consequence of an abnormally short lingual frenulum?
- Enhanced taste sensation
- Decreased saliva production
- Improved speech ability
- Impaired speech (correct)
What is the pH range of saliva?
What is the pH range of saliva?
- 6.35 to 6.85 (correct)
- 8.0 to 8.5
- 7.0 to 7.5
- 5.5 to 6.0
Which nerve supplies the taste buds on the tongue?
Which nerve supplies the taste buds on the tongue?
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What type of epithelium covers the superior surface of the tongue?
What type of epithelium covers the superior surface of the tongue?
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What is the consequence of food remaining in the fundus of the stomach without mixing with gastric juice?
What is the consequence of food remaining in the fundus of the stomach without mixing with gastric juice?
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Where is the parotid gland located?
Where is the parotid gland located?
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Which gland secretes pyalin?
Which gland secretes pyalin?
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What causes inflammation and enlargement of the parotid gland?
What causes inflammation and enlargement of the parotid gland?
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Where does the submandibular gland open its secretion?
Where does the submandibular gland open its secretion?
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What is the function of saliva in food digestion?
What is the function of saliva in food digestion?
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What does excessive saliva production indicate?
What does excessive saliva production indicate?
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