Which of the following statements regarding swallowing is true?

A) The voluntary phase begins in the pharynx.
B) In the pharyngeal phase, food is moved through the pharynx.
C) The uvula rises during the esophageal phase.
D) Peristalsis occurs in all phases of swallowing.
E) Breathing occurs during swallowing.

Pharyngeal Phase

A phase in the swallowing process where the bolus is moved from the mouth to the esophagus involving the contraction of pharyngeal muscles.

Esophageal Phase

A phase of swallowing during which the bolus moves from the esophagus into the stomach, involving coordinated muscular contractions.

Voluntary Phase

The initial stage of swallowing controlled consciously, where food is pushed by the tongue into the throat.