Question

what is mastication​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Mastication is the mechanical grinding of food into smaller pieces by teeth; it is essentially a technical word for “chewing”. Mastication breaks down food so that it can go through the esophagus to the stomach. Breaking down food into smaller pieces also increases its surface area so that digestive enzymes can continue to break it down more efficiently. Muscles involved in mastication include the masseter, temporalis, medial pterygoid, and lateral pterygoid.

Answer 2

Answer:

Chewing or mastication is the process by which food is crushed and ground by teeth. It is the first step of digestion, and it increases the surface area of foods to allow a more efficient break down by enzymes.