Multiple choice

What is peristalsis?

  1. Rhythmic wave-like movements of the food through the alimentary tract

  2. The act of swallowing food

  3. Grinding of food by teeth

  4. Mixing of chewed food with enzymes

  5. Churning of food by stomach

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Explanation

Rhythmic wave-like movement of the food through the alimentary tract is called peristalsis.