alleryStart learning →What are the rhythmic muscle waves that push food down the esophagus called?
ASegmentation
BPeristalsis
CEmulsification
DMastication
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Peristalsis
Rhythmic contraction and relaxation of the esophageal muscles is peristalsis.
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