Asked by Dheeraj Bhatt on May 10, 2024

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The esophageal hiatus is the ____.

A) lower section of the esophagus
B) upper section of the esophagus
C) part of the esophagus that connects to the stomach
D) part of the esophagus that connects to the pharynx
E) hole in the diaphragm that the esophagus goes through

Esophageal Hiatus

Hole in the diaphragm through which the esophagus passes.

Diaphragm

A dome-shaped muscular partition separating the thorax from the abdomen in mammals, playing a major role in breathing by contracting and expanding the lungs.

  • Comprehend the organization and operation of the alimentary canal, particularly its stratification and the movement of materials along it.
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Anastasiia MukhinaMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The esophageal hiatus is the opening in the diaphragm through which the esophagus passes to connect with the stomach.