Essential functions of the large intestine Absorption of water and minerals Excretion of the non-utilizable food residues Energy production by degradation and absorption of energy-rich – not in the small intestine usable – food components, such as fiber and resistant starch, with the help of anaerobic intestinal bacteria. Bacterial colonization of the colon Bacterial colonization … Colon: Structure and Function
The small intestine consists of three successive sections – the duodenum (duodenum), the jejunum (jejunum), and the ileum (ileum). The duodenum is immediately adjacent to the stomach. At the transition of the colon into the large intestine, there is a valve that prevents the backflow of colon contents into the small intestine. The main function … Small Intestine: Structure and Function
The main functions of the stomach and in the process of digestion are as follows Storage of ingested food and release of the food pulp in small portions to the duodenum. Initiation of protein digestion under the influence of the protein-degrading enzyme pepsin as well as hydrochloric acid. Production of intrinsic factor as a prerequisite … Stomach: Structure and Function
