Multiple choice

Mastication takes place in

  1. buccal cavity

  2. pelvic cavity

  3. abdominal cavity

  4. nasal cavity

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Explanation

Mastication is the process by which food is crushed and grinded by teeth. It is the first step of digestion and it increases the surface area of foods to allow more efficient break down by enzymes. During the mastication process, the food is positioned between the teeth for grinding by the cheek and tongue.

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