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The Esophagus

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Digestive System Mind Map on The Esophagus, created by nirjhari on 23/02/2014.
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The Esophagus
  1. Muscular tube from the pharynx to the stomach
    1. Peristalsis pushes food along the alimentary canal
      1. Function is to transport food to the stomach; no chemical digestion
        1. Esophageal sphincter marks the entrance to the stomach
          1. Heartburn occurs when some of the stomach contents escapes into the esophagus; GERD – chronic reflux disorder
            1. Adventitia only in esophagus
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