The First Sphincter Encountered in the Alimentary Canal Is The

question 1

Multiple Choice

The first sphincter encountered in the alimentary canal is the:

• A)ileocecal sphincter.
• B)gastroesophageal sphincter.
• C)upper esophageal sphincter.
• D)pyloric sphincter.

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