Question

Which part of the food is digested in the buccal cavity?

• A. Carbohydrate
• B. Protein
• C. Fat
• D. Nucleic acid

Hint:

Salivary amylase is the enzyme responsible for the initial digestion of carbohydrates in the mouth.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding digestion in the buccal cavity. Digestion begins in the buccal cavity (mouth) where salivary amylase breaks down carbohydrates into simpler sugars.
Step 2: Explanation of incorrect options.
- Protein digestion starts in the stomach.
- Fat digestion primarily occurs in the small intestine.
- Nucleic acid digestion occurs in the intestines.