The Primary Function of the Large Intestine Is To

question 60

Multiple Choice

The primary function of the large intestine is to:

• A)prepare and store unabsorbed food residue for excretion.
• B)absorb digested nutrients.
• C)neutralize chyme.
• D)All of these choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Haploid Gametes

Sex cells (sperm or ova) containing half the number of chromosomes of a normal cell, crucial for sexual reproduction.

Mesoderm

The middle layer of the three primary germ layers in the early embryo, which develops into muscles, bones, circulatory system, and other internal organs.

Ectoderm

The outermost layer of cells or tissue of an embryo in early development, giving rise to the epidermis and nervous system.

Endoderm

The innermost layer of cells or tissue of an embryo in early development, which gives rise to the lining of the digestive and respiratory systems.