The ability of the GI tract to mix and move material along its length is called
A)digestion
B)ingestion
C)absorption
D)motility
E)excitability

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Motility refers to the ability of the GI tract to mix and move material along its length. Digestion, ingestion, and absorption are all important processes in the GI tract, but they do not specifically refer to the movement of material. Excitability is not relevant to the function of the GI tract.

The Ability of the GI Tract to Mix and Move