large intestine
Final section of the alimentary canal
approximately 5 feet in length
Absorbs water, and any remaining nutrients
Absorption of vitamins and transportation of waste
colon 1st
I- ascending- up right
II- transverse
III-descending
IV- sigmoid- s shaped and joins rectum
cecum
first part of ascending colon
Connected to ileum
Appendix off of cecum
rectum
Final 6 to 8 inches of the large intestine
Storage area for indigestible waste
anal canal
Open at anus
fecal material or stool is expelled through the opening