Science Facts

The stomach, a vital organ of the digestive system, acts as a storehouse, storing and breaking down food. It holds a considerable amount and combines the food with gastric juices containing acids and enzymes. The acidic environment promotes digestion, while the muscle contractions mix and churn the food. Gradually, the stomach passes the partially digested food to the small intestine for nutrient absorption.

Functions of Salivary Glands -The essential functions of the salivary glands are digestion, moistening, protection against infection, taste perception and facilitation of speech. These glands produce saliva, a fluid that breaks down starch, moistens the mouth, fights germs and helps with swallowing.