chapter 9 Life Processes in Animals - Part 7

What wave-like muscular contraction moves food down through the oesophagus into the stomach?

Type: MCQ • Marks: 1
What wave-like muscular contraction moves food down through the oesophagus into the stomach?
Options
A. Diffusion
B. Peristalsis
C. Transpiration
D. Osmosis
Explanation
Peristalsis is the rhythmic, wave-like contraction and relaxation of smooth muscles along the alimentary canal pushing food forward.
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