Topic area overview

Large Intestine, Microbiota, and Defecation

Bite order

Follow residue from colon water recovery to controlled release.

Colon route and regions

Haustra, taeniae coli, and colon mucosa

Water and electrolyte recovery

Microbiota and fermentation basics

Short-chain fatty acids

Faeces formation

Rectum and anal canal

Internal and external anal sphincters

Defecation reflex