Which of the Following Statements Are True of the Large

question 245

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements are true of the large intestine? (Read carefully and select all of the correct statements.)

• A)The appendix is a small,dead-end extension of the ascending colon.
• B)An important function of the colon is the absorption of water.
• C)The splenic flexure is the junction of the transverse colon and the descending colon.
• D)The internal anal sphincter is smooth muscle that surrounds the anus.
• E)The external anal sphincter is striated muscle that contracts to permit defecation.
• F)The normal flora of the colon produces vitamins and inhibits the growth of pathogens.
• G)The stimulus for the defecation reflex is contraction of the sigmoid colon.
• H)The ileocecal valve prevents backup of feces into the small intestine.

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