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Large intestine

The large intestine of a ruminant digestive tract diagram.

The large intestine is the final part of the digestive tract. It is made up of the caecum and the colon. The main function of the large intestine is to absorb water and minerals. It also stores the waste product from the digestive systemfaeces.

IMAGE: The large intestine of a ruminant digestive tract, Dr Sarah Pain, Massey University.

Rights: Dr Sarah Pain, Massey University
Published:31 March 2021Size: 1.4 MB