Multiple choice

Which of the following organ stores the faecal matter in the body?

  1. Anus

  2. Large intestine

  3. Rectum

  4. Appendix

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The rectum is the final section of the large intestine (about 12-15 cm long) that serves as a temporary storage chamber for fecal matter before elimination. While the large intestine as a whole absorbs water and electrolytes, the rectum specifically functions as a reservoir. The anus is the opening, and the appendix is a vestigial structure with no storage function.

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