TEST 6
Chapter 6: Nutrition
Sub Topic: Formation of Faeces and Defecation
1.
Diagram 5 shows part of the large intestine. Where are hemorrhoids found?
DIAGRAM 5
A
B
C
D
2.
3.
Anus
Colon
Rectum
Appendix
Constipation is caused by prolonged retention of faeces in the large intestine. What type
of food intake can help overcome constipation?
A
B
C
D
[3 marks]
.
in the colon
synthesis
.
.
and vitamin B12.
Vitamin K is
needed for
blood clotting
while vitamin
B12 is important
for producing
red blood cell
waste.
Total
Marks
10
TEST 6 ANSWER
Chapter 6: Nutrition
Sub Topic: Formation of Faeces and Defecation
1.
Diagram 5 shows part of the large intestine. Where are hemorrhoids found?
DIAGRAM 5
A
B
C
D
2.
3.
Anus
Colon
Rectum
Appendix
Constipation is caused by prolonged retention of faeces in the large intestine. What type
of food intake can help overcome constipation?
A
B
C
D
Bacteria
in the colon
synthesis
vitamin K
and vitamin B12.
Vitamin K is
needed for
blood clotting
while vitamin
B12 is important
for producing
red blood cell
The elimination of faeces is
known as
defaecation
This process is controlled by
muscle
around the anus.
[7 marks]
Total
mark
10