Lysozyme Within Saliva Primarily Functions to

question 137

Multiple Choice

Lysozyme within saliva primarily functions to

• A) moisten and disperse food.
• B) initiate the chemical breakdown of starch.
• C) inhibit bacterial growth.
• D) wash materials off teeth.

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