The Type of Smooth Muscle Contraction Occurring in the Esophagus

question 107

Multiple Choice

The type of smooth muscle contraction occurring in the esophagus during swallowing is called

• A)peristalsis.
• B)mass movement.
• C)segmentation.
• D)distension.
• E)eccentric.

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Definitions:

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