What functions does human saliva perform?

1) saliva wets food, forms a so-called “lump”, which is easier to pass inside.
2) breaks down starch
3) saliva has a disinfectant, probably everyone knows, sometimes wounds are even smeared with saliva if there is no ointment at hand



One of the components of a person's success in our time is receiving modern high-quality education, mastering the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for life in society. A person today needs to study almost all his life, mastering everything new and new, acquiring the necessary professional qualities.