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Which gland does not take part in saliva production

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  1. Parotid

  2. Submaxillary

  3. Submucosal

  4. Sublinguals

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Correct Option: C

How many pairs of salivary glands are there in humans

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  1. 1

  2. 2

  3. 3

  4. 4

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Correct Option: C

Variation in length of the filament of stamen can be seen in.

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  1. Salvia

  2. Mustard

  3. Chinarose

  4. Both $(1)$ and $(2)$

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Correct Option: A

Which of the following statements is TRUE about glandular epithelium is salivary gland?

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  1. It consists of isolated single cells

  2. It consists of multicellular cluster of cells

  3. Its secretions are endocrine

  4. It consists of squamous epithelial cells

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Correct Option: B

Enzyme ptyalin or salivary amylase present in the saliva gets activated by 

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  1. Mastication of food

  2. Hydrolysis of food by saliva

  3. Starch present in the food

  4. Chloride ions present in saliva

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chewing or mastication is the process by which food is crushed and ground my teeth. It is the first step of digestion, and it increases the surface area of foods to allow a more efficient break down by enzymes. So the correct option is 'Mastication of food '.

Which of the following is a soft material in the tooth?

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  1. Dentine

  2. Pulp

  3. Enamel

  4. Root

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pulp is the soft material in the tooth it is richly supplied with blood vessels and nerves.