Which of the Following is One of the Phases of Swallowing

Question

Which of the following is one of the phases of swallowing?
A)pharyngeal
B)peristalsis
C)reflux
D)segmentation

Accepted Answer

The pharyngeal phase is one of the three phases of swallowing. It involves the contraction of the pharyngeal muscles to propel food from the mouth into the esophagus. Peristalsis is a type of muscular movement that helps propel food through the digestive tract. Reflux refers to the backward flow of stomach contents into the esophagus. Segmentation is a type of muscular contraction that helps mix food with digestive enzymes in the small intestine.