The Bacteria That Usually Inhabit the Large Intestine Are Prevented

question 3

Multiple Choice

The bacteria that usually inhabit the large intestine are prevented from backing up into the ileum by the action of the ________.

• A)sphincter of Oddi
• B)ileocecal sphincter
• C)pyloric sphincter
• D)rectal sphincter

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