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In which of these parts peristalsis takes place?

A
Oesophagus
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Stomach
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Small intestine
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Large intestine
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Solution

The correct option is A Oesophagus
A. Oesophagus
Solution : Peristalsis or the gradual involuntary movements of the longitudinal and circular muscles occurs in the oesophagus that helps the food to pass from the buccal cavity to the stomach.
So the correct answer is "Oesophagus".

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