Which is not correct about the esophagus?
A. It produces movement by peristalsis.
B. It serves as the passageway for a bolus to pass from the pharynx to the stomach.
C. It opens to the cardia of the stomach.
D. It is located posterior to the trachea.
E. It secretes a variety of enzymes for chemical digestion.
Answer: E
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