Esophagus: The Tube Connecting Mouth to Stomach - Digestive System Anatomy
The esophagus is the organ in the digestive system that moves food from the mouth to the stomach. It is a muscular tube that connects the pharynx (throat) to the stomach. When you swallow, the muscles in the esophagus contract and relax in a wave-like motion, pushing the food down into the stomach.Digestive Health - Related Articles
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