GK
GENERAL SCIENCE
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Question
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The food we chew passes down into a sac like structure called?
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heart
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lungs
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liver
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stomach
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Esophagus. The esophagus is a tubular organ that connects the mouth to the stomach. The chewed and softened food passes through the esophagus after being swallowed. The smooth muscles of the esophagus undergo peristalsis that pushes the food toward the stomach.
Detailed explanation-2: -Esophagus. After you swallow, peristalsis pushes the food down your esophagus into your stomach.
Detailed explanation-3: -Stomach. The stomach is a sac-like organ with strong muscular walls. In addition to holding the food, it’s also a mixer and grinder. The stomach secretes acid and powerful enzymes that continue the process of breaking down the food.
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