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Exit through large intestine is regulated by______

  • A) Sphincter muscle
  • B) Osmosis
  • C) Concentration gradient
  • D) Both A and B

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The exit through the large intestine is primarily regulated by the sphincter muscle. This muscle controls the release of waste from the body. While osmosis and concentration gradients play roles in various bodily functions, they are not directly responsible for the regulation of waste exit in this context.

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The correct choice is A) Sphincter muscle.

Additional Information

  • The sphincter muscle helps maintain continence until it is appropriate to release waste.
  • Osmosis and concentration gradients are more relevant to the absorption of water and nutrients in the intestines.