Does peristalsis take place in skeletal muscle?
Peristalsis is a type of muscle contraction that occurs in smooth muscle, which is found in the walls of hollow organs such as the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. Skeletal muscle, on the other hand, is responsible for voluntary movement and is attached to bones. Peristalsis does not occur in skeletal muscle.Muscle Strains - Related Articles
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