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Large intestines

Large intestines. At the end of the ileum , a muscular structure controls the release of undigested material into the first part of the large intestine – the caecum . About 5-12 hours has elapsed. ?.

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Large intestines

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  1. Large intestines At the end of the ileum, a muscular structure controls the release of undigested material into the first part of the large intestine – the caecum. About 5-12 hours has elapsed. ?

  2. From your prior knowledge, discuss whether there’s a reason for having an appendix, then, watch this video from 10:10. ?

  3. Large intestines From here, peristaltic movements push the undigested material down the large intestine and allow it to mix with the large bacterial population present. #absorption

  4. Large intestines As the material slowly moves down, undigested material is compacted and absorption of water takes place. #absorption

  5. Large intestines Undigested and compacted material enters the rectum for temporary storage before being eliminated through the anus. #egestion #overandout

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