Large Intestine


 
 
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Large Intestine

Large Intestine: The lower end of the small intestine extends into a wide tube-like structure’ called the large intestine. It is usually one and a half metre-Iong and 7 cm – diameter. Unlike the small intestine, the large intestine helps in absorbtion of water from the undigested food _which is then pushed out as waste.

Anus: The undigested, semi-solid waste product is eliminated from the body, through an external opening, called the anus.

                                                           

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Question : 1

What is the primary function of the large intestine in the digestive system?

Right Option : D
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Question : 2

The length of small intestine and large intestine are respectively.

Right Option : A
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Question : 3

Where do the waste products and food that are not absorbed in the small intestine pass?

Right Option : B
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