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Write the name of glands associated with digestive system.

The glands associated with digestive system are- salivary glands, liver and pancreas. The salivary gland produces saliva in the mouth which digests the starch in food to make food soluble and smooth. Pancreas secretes insulin, glucagon and pancreatic juice. Insulin and glucagon function to control the blood sugar levels of our body. The pancreatic enzymes help in digestion of protein, fat and carbohydrates present in the food. Liver produces bile salts which break down lipids to fatty acids.


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