Practice mode Digestion

What is peristalsis?

Correct answer B. Waves of muscular contraction that push food along the gut

Explanation

Peristalsis involves coordinated contraction and relaxation of circular and longitudinal muscle in the gut wall, forming waves that move food from the oesophagus to the rectum.

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