The Functions of the Esophagus Include

question 68

Multiple Choice

The functions of the esophagus include:

• A) secretion of enzymes.
• B) mixing of food and secretions.
• C) absorption of H₂O and small nutrients.
• D) none of these choices

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Definitions:

Terminal Branch

The end portion of a nerve or blood vessel where it divides into smaller branches, reaching the target tissues or organs.

AV Bundle

The atrioventricular bundle (bundle of His) is a collection of heart muscle cells specialized for electrical conduction that transmits the electrical impulses from the AV node to the point of the apex of the fascicular branches.

Electrodes

Devices that conduct electricity and are used to make electrical contact with a part of a circuit.

Forearm

The part of the arm extending from the elbow to the wrist, comprising two bones - the radius and ulna - and associated muscles, nerves, and blood vessels.