NUTRITION
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
Question
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A short tube at the end of the large intestine that stores solid waste is the ____
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Anus
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Rectum
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The rectum is the lower part of the large intestine that connects to the sigmoid colon . It is about 15 cm (6 in) long. It receives waste from the colon and stores it until it passes out of the body through the anus.
Detailed explanation-2: -A cecostomy (see KOSS toe me) tube is also called a C-tube. It is a non-latex tube or catheter placed in the first part of the large intestine, also called the cecum (Picture 1). A procedure called an irrigation is done to provide a comfortable, convenient way to clean out the bowel.
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