Large Intestine
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Introduction
The colon, or large intestine (LI), is the site of water and electrolyte absorption and waste storage before defecation. Normal stool weight is 100-150 g/day.
Anatomy
The crypts act as germinal centres and as sites for ion and water secretion.
Colon flora
There are over 400 types of bacteria in the colon, with a combined weight of over 1 kg.
Function
Cell Biology
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