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An in-depth exploration of the large intestine, focusing on its structure, functions, and applied aspects. Topics include the composition of the large intestine, mucus secretion, formation of feces, fermentation, and bacterial action. The document also covers calcium and iron absorption, as well as various intestinal disorders such as constipation, celiac disease, Hirschsprung/Megacolon disease, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
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CROSS SECTION OF LARGE INTESTINE
2.Formation of feces
3.BACTERIAL ACTION IN Large Intestine
SUBSTRATES Bacterial +yeast enzymes breakdown Breakdown products Acetic acid,propionic acid,butyric acid,carboxylic acid,phenolic acid,amines,ammonia Fate of substrates Absorbed/Eliminated in feces/Rectal gases/ Utilized by microflora