Mechanical digestion of food begins in the __________ and largely ends in the __________.

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Mechanical digestion of food begins in the mouth through chewing and mixing with saliva, and largely ends in the stomach where muscular contractions further break down the food into smaller particles. While the small intestine and large intestine play important roles in absorbing nutrients and water, they do not primarily participate in mechanical digestion of food. The esophagus is a muscular tube that moves food from the mouth to the stomach, but does not contribute to mechanical digestion. Therefore, the best answer is C, as it correctly identifies the organs where mechanical digestion begins and largely ends.

Mechanical Digestion of Food Begins in the __________ and Largely