Rhythmic contraction and relaxation of the muscles of oesophagus help in

passage of food

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digestion of food

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absorption of food

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assimilation of food

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Solution

The correct option is A passage of food
The wall of the oesophagus shows rhythmic contraction and relaxation which helps to push the food in downward direction. This process is called peristalsis.

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