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The bacteria live in the large intestine of human are

A
Bifidobacterium
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Methanogens
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Lactobacillus
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All of the above
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Solution

The correct option is D All of the above
There are many bacteria that live in the large intestine of human. They live in symbiotic association. These are Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Methanogens, Bacteroids, Enterococcus, Escherichia coli. Lactobacillus help in digestion, maintaining the pH balance and replacing the healthy bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract. It acts as a probiotic. Bifidobacterium is also a probiotic. It helps in metabolism of undigested carbohydrates. It also prevents pathogen colonization. Methanogen helps in the fermentation of organic matter to obtain energy. They help in breakdown of complex indigestible carbohydrates. Bacteroids helps in amino acid biosynthesis. Enterococcus helps in digestion of undigested carbohydrates and fibres.
Thus, the correct answer is 'All of the above.'

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