The Alimentary Canal: The Large Intestine (Leaving Cert Biology): Flashcards
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Length of the large intestine
Length of the large intestine
1.5m
Main function of large intestine
Main function of large intestine
Re-absorb water
Site of water reabsorption in large intestine
Site of water reabsorption in large intestine
Colon
Type of organs: appendix and caecum
Type of organs: appendix and caecum
Vestigial organs
Storage site for faeces
Storage site for faeces
Rectum
Cause of diarrhoea
Cause of diarrhoea
Material moves too quickly, less water reabsorbed
Cause of constipation
Cause of constipation
Material moves too slowly, too much water reabsorbed
Peristalsis definition
Peristalsis definition
Involuntary wave of muscular contraction moving food
Main role of fibre in digestion
Main role of fibre in digestion
Stimulates peristalsis, reduces constipation risk
Symbiosis definition
Symbiosis definition
Two species living in close association, at least one benefits
Vitamins produced by bacteria in colon
Vitamins produced by bacteria in colon
Vitamins B and K
Type of relationship: humans and gut bacteria
Type of relationship: humans and gut bacteria
Mutualistic (both benefit)
Appendicitis definition
Appendicitis definition
Bacterial inflammation of appendix
Treatment for appendicitis
Treatment for appendicitis
Appendectomy (surgical removal of appendix)