Large Intestine Flashcards
1
Q
what is the cecum
A
area between the small intesetine and large intestine
2
Q
What are the 4 functions of the large intestine
A
complete absorption of food, make and absorb certain vitamins, recover water, form and expel feces
3
Q
what is the part that joins the small and large intestine called and where is it located
A
ileocecal valve at the junction of the cecum and appendix
4
Q
what is the appendix
A
vestigial structure that use to have a purpose but doesn’t anymore
