The process of chemical digestion starts is your mouth! When you start chewing, your saliva helps break down the food as it goes down the esophagus.
what is responsible for chemical digestion in earthworms
Antacids affect chemical digestion by increasing the pH in the stomach.
to begin the digestion of proteins
This is when food particles are breaking down into even tinier pieces by: hydrochloric acid in your stomach. That is chemical digestion.
mechanical digestion is with your teeth , chemical digestion is in your stomach and small intestine.
the stomach
Both the mouth and the stomach perform mechanical and chemical digestion.
Yes, in part. Chemical digestion occurs in the mouth (saliva), stomach (gastric acid) and small intestine. The nutrients are mostly absorbed in the walls (lining) of the small intestine.
If a large part of the stomach is lost, it can affect both mechanical and chemical digestion. Mechanical digestion may be impaired due to a decrease in stomach capacity, impacting the mixing and breakdown of food. Chemical digestion can also be affected, as there may be a reduction in the secretion of digestive enzymes and acids, leading to incomplete digestion of nutrients. This can result in malabsorption issues, potential nutrient deficiencies, and digestive discomfort for the individual. In severe cases, it may require medical intervention to manage symptoms and support digestion.
Stomach
Enzymes, they are responsible in chemical digestion.
The first major site of chemical digestion in frog is their stomach