JAMB Biology 1979 Question 4

Question 4

Animal Nutrition

Which of these is the terminal portion of the alimentary canal of a mammal?

  1. A.Oesophagus
  2. B.Stomach
  3. C.Rectum
  4. D.Colon
  5. E.Appendix
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Answer: C (Rectum)

Explanation

The rectum is the last part of the gut, where faeces are stored before leaving through the anus.