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mydiamond

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on: Sep 3, 2013
In the digestive system, peristalsis is
A) a process of fat emulsification in the small intestine.
B) voluntary control of the rectal sphincters regulating defecation.
C) the transport of nutrients to the liver through the hepatic portal vessel.
D) a common cause of loss of appetite, fatigue, and dehydration.
E) smooth muscle contractions that move food along the esophagus.


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Reply #1 on: Sep 5, 2013
I remember it being E

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Reply #2 on: Sep 24, 2014
Wonderful :D You were right.


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