The process of breakdown of food particles into small pieces is called
(a) Mastication
(b) Digestion
(c) Peristalsis
(d) Diffusion

Academic Biology NCERT Class 7

Correct Answer: (b) Digestion

Explanation:

The process of breakdown of food particles into small pieces in mouth using teeth is called Mastication.

While, the breakdown of food particles into small pieces in human body is known as digestion.

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Updated on: 12-Jan-2023

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