What is the name of the food pipe which takes food from the mouth to the stomach in humans?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 2 – Oesophagus
Solution:
The Oesophagus (food pipe) is a muscular tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. It transports food by peristalsis and does not take part in digestion.
Key Point:
Oesophagus → Carries food from the mouth to the stomach.
Digestion begins in the mouth and continues mainly in the stomach and small intestine.
Answer: Option 2 – Oesophagus