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Mechanical digestion occurs in the mouth. True False

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True, Mechanical digestion begins in the mouth as the food is chewed. Chemical digestion begins in the mouth when food mixes with saliva. Saliva contains an enzyme (amylase) that begins the breakdown of carbohydrates.

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True.

Explanation:

When you chew, you are undergoing mechanical digestion. By the time the food reaches your stomach, it will undergo chemical digestion. Hope this helped :)

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