Question

In the mouth, the crushed food mixed with saliva which forms a slippery lump is called?

• A. Bolus
• B. Chyme
• C. Peptones
• D. None of the above

Hint:

Bolus is the term used for food that has been chewed and mixed with saliva in the mouth.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The crushed food mixed with saliva forms a slippery lump called bolus, which is then swallowed for further digestion.