Question

repeated, wavelike smooth muscle contractions in the gi tract that move food through the tract are called
deglutition.
mastication.
gastritis.
peristalsis.

Explanation:

• Deglutition refers to the act of swallowing, not wave-like contractions moving food through the GI tract.
• Mastication is the process of chewing food.
• Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining, not a muscle contraction process.
• Peristalsis is defined as the repeated, wavelike smooth muscle contractions in the gastrointestinal tract that propel food through the tract.

Answer:

peristalsis.