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What is the role of roughages in digestive track?

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  • Roughage is the fibrous indigestible material in food derived from plants.
  • It helps in proper bowel movements and movement of food through the alimentary canal.
  • It also absorbs water as it moves through the large intestine and this allows the fecal matter to be released easily.

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