Question

True or False 2.5 (T/F) The primary function of the large intestine is to digest proteins. (T/F) The middle section of the small intestine is called the ileum. (T/F) Approximately 9 liters of fluid pass through the small intestine every day, but most of it is absorbed. (T/F) All mammals rely on intestinal bacteria to synthesize vitamin D. (T/F) High levels of dietary fiber are associated with increased risk of colon cancer.

Answer 1

a) The primary function of the large intestine is to digest proteins-----------False

Its function is defecation and absorb water

b). The middle section of the small intestine is called the ileum--------------False

Final section of small intestine ---------------Ileum

Middle section od small intestine ------- Jejunum

First section---------- Duodenum

c). Approximately 9 liters of flui pass through the small intestine every day, but most of it is absorbed -------------True

d). All mammals rely on intestinal to synthesize vitamin D-----------False

Bacteria rely in intesine and produce biotin and vitamin K

e). High levels of dietary fiber are associated with increase risk of colon cancer---------False

No effect of dietary fiber on colon cancer