deglutition

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The suprahyoid muscles raise the hyoid bone, the floor of the mouth, and the larynx during deglutition.

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At this point, deglutition apnea takes place, which means that breathing ceases for a very brief time.

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Describe the three processes involved in the esophageal phase of deglutition.

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Although this sounds quick and effortless, deglutition is, in fact, a complex process that involves both the skeletal muscle of the tongue and the muscles of the pharynx and esophagus.

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I once found one in a bird’s nest: the nest was empty—the snake had doubtless had a feast, and was enjoying deglutition.

From Wild Life in a Southern County by Jefferies, Richard