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aabwk4

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The valve that controls the passage of chyme from the small intestine into the cecum is called the:
 
  a. ileocecal valve.
  b. pyloric valve.
  c. cardiac valve.
  d. hepatic valve.

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Bacteria found in the colon are important because they:
 
  a. synthesize important vitamins.
  b. complete the process of absorption.
  c. synthesize some minerals.
  d. finish the process of digestion.


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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