What is the importance of the mucus that is released by salivary glands?
A) It aids in degradation of triglycerides to fatty acids and monoglycerides.
B) It assists with mechanical digestion by the teeth.
C) It contains hormonal molecules that stimulate the release of gastric juice by the stomach in anticipation of receipt of the contents of the mouth.
D) It consists of glycoproteins that make food slippery enough to slide easily through the esophagus.

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Mucus in saliva contains glycoproteins that lubricate food, making it easier to swallow and facilitating its passage through the esophagus.

What Is the Importance of the Mucus That Is Released