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Saliva
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Saliva flow
With regard to saliva which of the following are true and which are false:
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a
muscle spindle extension in the masseter causes an increase in flow rate
b
the buffering capacity of saliva is proportional to the pH of saliva
c
flow rate is increased when proprioceptors in the TMJ are stimulated
d
when bicarbonate neutralises organic acids, carbon dioxide and water are produced in equimolar amounts
e
jaw movements during chewing result in maximum flow rate
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