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Oesophagus Description Function Hollow Tube Connecting Oral Cavity

The oesophagus is a hollow tube connecting the mouth to the stomach, moving food via peristalsis.

The oesophagus is a hollow tube connecting the oral cavity to the stomach, responsible for moving food (bolus) via peristalsis.

Front oesophagus description and function
Back hollow tube connecting oral cavity and stomach, moving bolus via peristalsis 

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