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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The Alimentary Canal (GI tract) is described as a continuous tube of approximately what length?
Options
A Three metres
B Six metres
C Nine metres
Correct Answer
D Twelve metres
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The alimentary canal is a continuous nine-meter tube running from the mouth to the anus. This length includes the oral cavity, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.

Hint

This length is approximately the height of three adult humans stacked vertically.

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