Multiple choice

In which structure does peristalsis NOT occur?

  1. Small intestine

  2. Esophagus

  3. Large Intestine

  4. Pharynx

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Peristalsis is the wave-like muscle contraction that moves food through the digestive tract. It occurs in the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, but not the pharynx, which is involved in swallowing.