Which among the following is correct about Saliva of a Healthy Human?
AIt is slightly saline
BIt is neutral
CIt is slightly alkaline
DIt is slightly acidic
Correct answer
C. It is slightly alkaline
Explanation
pH stands for potential hydrogen. It is used to describe the chemical acidity level vs. alkalinity level of a substance. The pH of Healthy human saliva is slightly alkaline and in the range of 6.2 to 7.6.