What is peristalsis and where does it occur?

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<em>"Peristalsis moves food through the digestive system. When muscles contract, food is pushed to an area of relaxation. The muscles above the food contract further, pushing the food along. It occurs in the esophagus and intestines."</em>

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ehidna [41]4 years ago

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Peristalsis is involuntary movements of the longitudinal and circular muscles, primarily in the digestive tract but occasionally in other hollow tubes of the body. It occurs in the stomach, esophagus, and intestines.

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