Peristaltic Waves Are

question 25

Multiple Choice

Peristaltic waves are .

• A)waves of muscular contractions that propel contents from one point to another
• B)pendular movements of the gastrointestinal tract
• C)churning movements of the gastrointestinal tract
• D)segmental regions of the gastrointestinal tract

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