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The structure is a 15 centimeter (sorry don't know inches) muscular tube. It ends in the oesophageal sphincter at the base of the oesophagus. Its function is to join the mouth with the stomach. It pushes food through by peristalsis (squeezing of the muscles).
Another name is the gullet.
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Is Oesophagus same as gullet?
Yes, the oesophagus is the same as the gullet. Both terms refer to the muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach and is responsible for transporting food and liquids.
What function does the Esophagus do?
The oesophagus is the tube that takes all your food into your stomach. When you munch your food it goes down the oesophagus into your stomach ready to digest.
What is also know as the oesophagus?
The clinical name for the food pipe is the Oesophagus. Other common names are the 'Gullet' and 'Windpipe'
How is an artery adapted to its function?
Arteries are adapted for their function of carrying oxygenated blood away from the heart by having thick muscular walls to withstand high pressure and elastic fibers that allow them to expand and contract. They also have a small lumen to maintain a high pressure gradient to ensure efficient blood flow to tissues.
Is there a body part that starts with an o that is not oesophagus?
optic nerve organs ovary oesophagus
What does the skin and esophagus function?
the skin and oesophagus have one similar function which includes transportation.
How does the food reach the oesophagus in the absence of gravity?
Gravity is not necessary for the function of the human digestive system. Food is moved through its entirety by muscular action, beginning with the tongue (which pushes food to the back of the throat) and proceeding with the oesophagus itself.
What is achalaisa?
Achalasia is a condition where the muscles that move food down the oesophagus (food pipe) don't function properly causing difficulty swallowing.
Which organsare likely to befound in the epigastricregion of the abdomen?
Oesophagus and Stomach
Which organs are likely to be found in the epigastric region of the abdomen?
Oesophagus and Stomach
Describe two wys in which the structure of a capillary is adapted to its function?
Two ways in which the structure of a capillary is adapted to its function is to encourage the exchange of oxygen. Another reason is to encourage the exchange of carbon dioxide.
How are the cells of tissue adapted for its function of strengthening a plant in the amoeba?
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What are 4 ways the small intestine is well adapted to its function?
The walls of the small intestine are covered in millions of tiny finger-like ... (it's a type of tissue), this tissue is adapted to help the small intestine carry out it's function...In what ways are the small intestine adapted for their roles
How do you spell osopagus?
Oesophagus.
What is another spelling for esophagus?
Oesophagus It's the traditional English spelling Oesophagus It's the traditional English spelling
What is oesophageal carcinoma?
Oesophageal carcinoma is a cancer which occurs in oesophagus. It usually occurs in cells at lower part of oesophagus.
Is the esophagus and the oesophagus the same thing?
Yes, but esophagus is the American way of spelling it and oesophagus is the British way of spelling it. :)
