Clear my choice Peristalses Select one: a. The process of involuntary muscle contractions occurring in the esophagus that pushes food toward the stomach. b. The first section of the small intestine that connects in the liver and pancreas. c. Part of the urinary system, it is a reservoir for storing liquid waste in the form of urine. When urine levels are high, it sends signals to the brain that the liquid needs to be expelled. d. Small pear-shaped organ that stores excess bile produced by the liver. When the bile is needed it is released into the duodenum.

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Clear my choice Peristalses Select one: a. The process of involuntary muscle contractions occurring in the esophagus that pushes food toward the stomach. b. The first section of the small intestine that connects in the liver and pancreas. c. Part of the urinary system, it is a reservoir for storing liquid waste in the form of urine. When urine levels are high, it sends signals to the brain that the liquid needs to be expelled. d. Small pear-shaped organ that stores excess bile produced by the liver. When the bile is needed it is released into the duodenum.

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Peristalsis refers to the involuntary muscle contractions that occur in various parts of the digestive tract, including the esophagus. These rhythmic contractions are responsible for propelling food and other contents through the digestive system. Option a accurately describes peristalsis as the process of involuntary muscle contractions in the esophagus that pushes food toward the stomach. The other options describe different parts or functions of the body but are not related to peristalsis.

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