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The sigmoid colon is a part of :-

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large intestine
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small intestine
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pharynx
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rectum
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Solution

The correct option is A large intestine
  • The sigmoid colon is the part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus
  • It forms a loop that averages about 35-40 cm in length
  • The loop is typically shaped like a Greek letter sigma or Latin letter S
So, the correct answer is 'Large intestine'

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