the primary function of the rectum is to ____. a. control functioning of the colon b. store digestive hormones un

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the primary function of the rectum is to ____.

a. control functioning of the colon

b. store digestive hormones until they are needed

c. store waste materials prior to evacuation

d. absorb minerals from waste materials

e. absorb excess water from waste materials

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Harper · Answer 1 · 2022-02-18T06:10:06+00:00

Answer: Option c. store waste materials prior to evacuation.

Explanation:

The large intestine is a part of the gastrointestinal tract which is divided into the following parts:

The ascending colon which includes the cecum and appendix
The transverse colon which includes the colic flexures and transverse mesocolon
The descending colon
The sigmoid colon
The rectum which is the final part of the large intestine which is connected to the anus. The primary function of the rectum is to provide a temporary site to store the feces until a stimulation comes from the nervous system to defecate.