The Action of Biting, Chewing, and Breaking Up Ingested Food

question 1

Multiple Choice

The action of biting, chewing, and breaking up ingested food into smaller particles is called:

• A) peristalsis.
• B) segmentation.
• C) metabolism.
• D) mastication.

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Definitions:

Dominant Classes

Social groups that hold the most power, wealth, and status in a society, often shaping its policies, norms, and ideologies.

Own Land

The legal right of possessing, using, and controlling a particular piece of land.

Small-Scale Producers

Individuals or businesses engaged in the production of goods on a limited scale, often characterized by handcrafted or artisanal methods.

Dominant Class

Refers to the social group holding the most power, wealth, or influence within a society at a given time.