What is the buccal cavity?

Academic Biology NCERT Class 7

The buccal cavity is the oral cavity located at the upper end or at the beginning of the alimentary canal that opens to outside through the lips and followed by the throat at the lower part. In higher vertebrates, it possesses the structure related to mastication and tasting.

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Updated on: 30-Mar-2023

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