Peristalsis Is Necessary to Make It Possible for People to _____

question 13

Multiple Choice

Peristalsis is necessary to make it possible for people to _____ food.

• A) chew
• B) digest
• C) swallow
• D) smell and taste

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and slowing down the heart rate, involved in rest and digestion activities.

Central

Pertaining to the most important or core aspects of something, often in a system or theory.

Parasympathetic

Pertains to the part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and slowing down the heart rate.

Sympathetic

Pertaining to the part of the autonomic nervous system that increases alertness, muscle tension, and energy expenditure in response to stress.