Oesophagus


 
 
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Oesophagus

Oesophagus:

It is a muscular, tubular part of the alimentary canal. The muscular walls of the oesophagus move in a rhythmic wavelike manner which carries the food down to the stomach. This muscular movement is calledperistalsis.

There are four layers of food pipe  Mucosa, Submucosa, Muscularis, Tunica Adventia .

Function:

  • It act as connection with in the digestive system, passing through thoracic cavity.
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    Question : 1

    If by chance, food particles enter the windpipe , we feel _____________-

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 2

    Food pipe is also called the _______________ .

    Right Option : B
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    Question : 3

    The oesophagus connects the pharynx to the _________________________.

    Right Option : C
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