Digestion in Mouth — Prelims Questions

Which of the following enzymes is secreted in the mouth but primarily becomes active in the stomach?

Which of the following components of saliva primarily helps in forming the bolus and facilitating swallowing?

Which type of teeth are primarily responsible for grinding and crushing food in the oral cavity?

If a person chews a piece of plain bread for a prolonged period, it starts to taste slightly sweet. This phenomenon is primarily due to the action of:

Which of the following is NOT a function of saliva?

The optimal pH for the activity of salivary amylase is approximately: