Which of the Following Statements Are True of the Large

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements are true of the large intestine (Select all that apply) ?

• 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 produce vitamins and inhibit 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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