Biology, asked by rockaj, 1 year ago

what is cephalic phase

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Answered by Anonymous

The cephalic phase of digestion is the gastric secretion that occurs even before food enters the stomach, especially while it is being eaten. It results from the sight, smell, thought, or taste of food, and the greater the appetite, the more intense is the stimulation.

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rockaj: which nerve?

rockaj: which nerve is used

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justthink: The cephalic phase is mediated digestion by the vagus nerve through acetylcholine and gastrin.

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Answered by justthink

The cephalic phase of digestion is the gastric secretion that occurs before food enter the stomach especially while it is being eaten.

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