NUTRITION
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
Question
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What breaks food into smaller pieces?
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mouth
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tongue
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teeth
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large intestine
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Mechanical digestion in the oral cavity consists of grinding of food into smaller pieces by the teeth, a process called mastication.
Detailed explanation-2: -Saliva contains special enzymes that help digest the starches in your food. An enzyme called amylase breaks down starches (complex carbohydrates) into sugars, which your body can more easily absorb.
Detailed explanation-3: -Explanation: Mechanical digestion: Food is taken into the mouth where it is broken down into smaller pieces by the teeth. As the teeth grip, cut and chew the food, saliva is released and mixes with the smaller food particles.
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