Question

Define the following terms – Bolus, Mastication and Digestive Enzymes.


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Answer 1

Answer:

Bolus is rounded ball like structure formed after mastication of food in buccal cavity (mouth).

Mastication is the process of grinding and crushing food in buccal cavity (mouth).

Digestive enzymes are a sort of enzymes that are released in the digestive tract and help in the process of digestion.

Answer 2

Explanation:

BOLUS :- It is a ball- shaped masticated food mixed with saliva formed during the chewing process .

Mastication :- It is the process in which food is broken down to smaller particles to be further digested by enzymes.

Digestive Enzymes :- They are chemical substances secreted by digestive parts to help in digestion of food.