what is the role of the tounge in digestion
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The tongue is a muscular organ in the mouth of most vertebrates that manipulates food for mastication, and is used in the act of swallowing. It is of importance in the digestive system and is the primary organ of taste in the gustatory system..
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The tongue helps by moving the food around which leads to more efficiency in our chewing. The tongue does not exude any significant moisture it does have the tastebuds but that is for our enjoyment, it does not contribute to digestion.
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