Which of the Following Terms Describes a Series of Rhythmic,wavelike

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following terms describes a series of rhythmic,wavelike contractions that move food through the digestive tract?

• A)Ingestion
• B)Digestion
• C)Mastication
• D)Peristalsis

---

Definitions:

Thyroid Gland

An endocrine gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating growth and metabolism.

Pain Relief

The alleviation or reduction of pain through medication, therapy, or other medical interventions.

Endorphins

Natural, pain-relieving chemicals produced by the body that also promote feelings of pleasure or euphoria.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A theoretical framework describing the body's short- and long-term reactions to stress, proposed by Hans Selye.