Question
Biology Question on Parts of the digestive system
What is the length of oesophagus?
A
25 cm
B
55 cm
C
33 cm
D
45 cm
Answer
25 cm
Explanation
Solution
The oesophagus is a 25-cm long muscular tube that connects the pharynx to the stomach. The length of the esophagus at birth varies between 8 and 10 cm and measures about 19 cm at age 15 years.