Oeosopahgus Flashcards
1
Q
What does the oeosphagus connect?
A
Mouth and the stomach.
2
Q
What is an epiglottis?
A
Flap of muscle separating the trachea and oesophagus.
3
Q
How does food move through by?
A
The peristalsis.
4
Q
What is the peristalsis?
A
Contraction of muscle along the oesopahgus which pushes food down towards the stomach.
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