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Teeth chop and grind food & saliva breaks down the food molecules and softens the food to start digestion and aid in swallowing.

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How does bacteria enter the mouth?

Bacteria are everywhere dude! They are in the air and in your food so why not in your mouth? Every time you open your mouth bacteria get in. So shut your mouth! Oh, and don't breathe through your nose either, because they will get in there too.


What is the statement of Newton's first law of motion?

Newton's First LawAn object at rest will remain at rest unless acted on by an external force. An object in motion continues in motion in a straight line at constant speed unless acted upon by an external force.Newton's first law is sometimes referred to as the law of inertia.Inertial is the characteristic of a mass to resist a change in motion. The second law quantifies the inertia as mass.There are various ways of saying this, but ultimately is says that the motion of a body is unchanged unless it is acted on by a force.


What are three ways to feed a dolphin?

First, throw a piece of food into the water, so the dolphin could indulge on its own. Or, hand feed it, gently put the morsel into the dolphin's mouth. At last, you could put food down a syringe and connect it to the dolphin's mouth, so in case the dolphin is sick or a young it can eat the food slowly.


Why do some animals eat food and others feed?

Some animals, like herbivores, eat food by consuming plants for energy. Others, like carnivores, feed on other animals to obtain nutrients. The difference in behavior is based on an animal's natural diet and evolutionary adaptations.


What are three ways spit helps humans?

1.the saliva at the back of the tounge is like a medicine for small wounds.2. it also keeps your mouth hydrated.3.It helps us swallow food more easier.

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Why do llamas eat with their mouth lopsided?

They grind the food between their teeth when they chew. So the lower jaw goes to one side and closes then moves side ways to grind and tear the food.


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Insect adaptations include mouthparts, the ability to fly, leg types, and body shapes.


How does bacteria enter the mouth?

Bacteria are everywhere dude! They are in the air and in your food so why not in your mouth? Every time you open your mouth bacteria get in. So shut your mouth! Oh, and don't breathe through your nose either, because they will get in there too.


How are some ways to get mouth cancer?

There are many ways to get mouth cancer, but the most common way is by smoking or using smoking tobacco. Look at WebMD for symptoms.


Is there any ways of un munbing your mouth?

There are many ways of numbing your mouth. There are hOmemade ways such as holding ice cubes in your mouth for an extended amount of time and then taking it out. I heard if you put salt and lemon juice and mix it up and the keep the juice in your mouth, your tongue goes numb. And there are some medicines from the store like ORAJEL that will make your mouth numb. Hope this helped!


Why it is necessary for animal to have teeth?

Because mammals have different ways to eat there food but they eat the same by the mouth.


In what ways are the different teeth in your mouth adapted to perform special tasks?

The incisors at the front are meant to cut and chop food. The incisors pierce and tear the food apart. The premolars had the job of grinding the food. Molars work in conjunction with the tongue to grind the food until it is in a state that can be swallowed.


In what two ways can air into your body?

by the nose and mouth


How do you sanitize your mouth?

Brushing your teeth, gargling some mouthwash, and rinsing your mouth out with water mixed with salt are good ways to sanitize your mouth!


Is it dangerous to rinse your mouth with soapy water?

It is not dangerous, but I can think of many better ways to rinse the mouth.