True. The large intestine, or colon, plays a crucial role in absorbing water and electrolytes from the indigestible food residue, transforming it into solid waste. This process helps maintain the body's fluid balance and contributes to the formation of feces.
The colon is part of the large intestine along with the cecum and the rectum.
False. Most absorption of nutrients occurs in the small intestine, specifically in the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. The large intestine primarily absorbs water and electrolytes, but not significant amounts of nutrients.
False. The small intestine is not the last step in digestion; it is the primary site for digestion and nutrient absorption. After the small intestine, the remaining undigested food passes into the large intestine, where water is absorbed and waste is prepared for excretion.
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True. The alimentary canal, also known as the digestive tract, is a continuous tube that runs from the mouth to the anus. It includes organs such as the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.
False. Food is digested and absorbed in the intestines. The stomach assists with breaking down chemical bonds the food is comprised of and allows for absorption and distribution of nutrients. Undigested particulate matter is passed through the intestines and is known as feces.
No, digestion begins in the mouth but also occurs in the stomach and small intestine.
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True. The bloodstream absorbs nutrients from the small intestine, where food is broken down and nutrients are absorbed into the bloodstream to be transported and utilized by the body's cells.