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Esophagus

Similar term(s): oesophagus, esophagal.

Definition:

The muscular tube through which food passes from the pharynx to the stomach.

Source & ©: GreenFacts

More:
Graphic representation of the digestive and respiratory tracts Graphic representation of the digestive and respiratory tracts

The source below also provides infomation on esophagal cancer.

Source & ©: Canadian Cancer Society What is esophageal cancer? 

Related words:

Pharynx

To read about this term in context:

GreenFacts Digest on Tobacco Active and Passive Smoking:


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14-2-2008