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What makes the bolus move towards stomach from the mouth?

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Circulation of blood
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Gravitational pull
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Breathing mechanism
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Peristaltic movement
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Solution

The correct option is D Peristaltic movement
The rhythmic contraction and relaxation in the walls of the oesophagus is called peristalsis. It helps to push the food in the downward direction.

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