Large intestine Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Main function of large intestine
A
To absorb water & ions
Stores & transports waste
Any non-digested food will reach colon
2
Q
Divided into which segments
A
Caecum Ascending Transverse Descending Sigmoid
3
Q
What happens to the undigested food in the large intestine?
A
Undergoes fermentation by bacteria in large intestine (colon). Bacteria produces substances that the body can use e.g. short chain fatty acids
