Question

A verb that means to push food through your pharynx. only one word answer no explenation

Answer 1

The act of swallowing is a verb that means to push food through our larynx.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Swallowing (deglutition)

Explanation:

• Swallowing is a complex reflex mechanism in which food is passed from the oral cavity to the oesophagus by the way of the pharynx and then finally enters the stomach.
• Swallowing is an important part of the digestive system. It occurs when the food is softened in the oral cavity by the saliva and initial digestive actions are performed by the salivary enzymes. While swallowing, epiglottis (a flap of tissues) get closed to prevent the entry of food in the windpipe.
• The process of swallowing is divided into four phases anatomically; pre-oral, oral, pharyngeal, and oesophageal.
• There are approximately 50 pairs of muscles and many nerves are involved in the process of swallowing.
• Swallowing problems may occur due to the mouth or throat ulcers, esophageal inflammation, tooth infection, esophageal spasms, gastroesophageal reflux disease, etc.

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