Digestion in Mouth
Saliva contains enzymes salivary amylase, lysozyme, and electrolytes. Salivary amylase basically helps in starch digestion up to 30%
Two of the basic functions performed by buccal cavity are mastication of food and facilitation of swallowing.
From buccal cavity, food reaches the stomach through a process called peristalsis.
Peristalsis is the process of wave-like muscle contractions of the alimentary tract that moves food along.
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