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Where is the esophogus?

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∙ 14y ago
Updated: 9/6/2023

The esophagus is a tube-like organ that runs from the throat down to the stomach. The esophagus allows food to travel from the throat to the stomach via a muscle movement called, 'Peristalsis.'

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