The Process That Pushes Food Through the Esophagus Is Called

question 23

Multiple Choice

The process that pushes food through the esophagus is called

• A)peritoneum.
• B)periosteum.
• C)peristalsis.
• D)perineum.
• E)peridontal.

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Definitions:

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A flexible, strong tissue found in joints and other parts of the body, providing support and cushioning.

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A highly elastic protein in connective tissue that allows many tissues in the body to resume their shape after stretching or contracting.

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