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Large intestine |
About 4.5 feet long |
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Primary function |
Secreted mucous ( lubrication) absorption of water and and electrolytes,excrete leftovers( defecation) |
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Secondary function |
Absorbs vitamins - K,B12, Riboflavin |
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Bacterial flora |
( California and others) break down cellulose and synthesize vitamins that are absorbed and produce gases as byproduct ( mostly methane) |
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Feces |
75% water,brown due to bike, odor from bacterial gases |
