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Functions of Muscles in the Alimentary Canal of Mammals

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Functions of Muscles in the Alimentary Canal of Mammals

Question

State two functions of muscles found in the alimentary canal of mammals.

Answer

What is the alimentary canal of mammals?

The mammalian alimentary canal, also known as the digestive tract or gastrointestinal tract, is a lengthy, tubular structure extending from the mouth to the anus. Its primary role involves breaking down ingested food into nutrients that the body can absorb and utilize. This process involves a series of distinct organs working together for digestion and absorption.

Functions of muscles found in the alimentary canal

1. Acts as values regulating movement of food / close and open various parts of canal
2. Contract and relax churning food / pushing food along / peristalsis