Of the Two Types of Movement in the GI Tract

question 146

Multiple Choice

Of the two types of movement in the GI tract, which is the vigorous propulsion of food through the tract?

• A)Segmentation
• B)Peristalsis
• C)Impetus
• D)Contraction

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