Why does the swallowed food move downwards in the alimentary canal? Choose the correct statement.

Due to the contraction of muscles in the wall of food pipe.

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Due to the flow of water taken with the food.

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Due to the force provided by the muscular tongue

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Due to the gravitational pull.

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The correct option is A
Due to the contraction of muscles in the wall of food pipe.

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