4-Zoology-Organ-Digestion-Movements
swallowing reflex
Pharynx has a reflex {swallowing reflex} to swallow. Swallowing reflex closes off nasal cavity and larynx and opens esophagus.
peristalsis
Opening esophagus stimulates circular contraction waves down esophagus {peristalsis}|, to carry bolus to stomach. Peristalsis can cause throat spasm {lump in the throat}.
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