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__________ pushes the food forward using rhythmic contractions and relaxations.


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Stomach

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Mouth

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C

Oesophagus

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Pharynx
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Solution

The correct option is C

Oesophagus


Pushing forward the food that has been chewed is the function of the oesophagus. The oesophagus is a muscular tube connecting the throat (pharynx) with the stomach.


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