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The ________ Sphincter Closes After a Bolus Has Been Swallowed

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The ________ sphincter closes after a bolus has been swallowed and enters the stomach.  This sphincter is essential to prevent the contents of the stomach reentering the esophagus.


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Lemurs

A group of primates native to the island of Madagascar, known for their large eyes and nocturnal habits, part of the diverse clade of strepsirrhine primates.

Foramen Magnum

The large opening in the base of the skull through which the spinal cord passes, connecting the brain to the spinal column.

Bipedal Primate

A member of the primate group that is capable of walking upright on two legs, a trait that distinguishes humans and their ancestors.

Anthropoids

A subgroup of primates, including humans, apes, and most monkeys, characterized by higher brain development and more complex behaviors.

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