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What is the ileum?
What is the ileum?
- A type of muscle
- The last and longest portion of the small intestine (correct)
- Part of the hip bone
- A type of nerve
What is the ilium?
What is the ilium?
- The last and longest portion of the small intestine
- A type of muscle
- A type of nerve
- Part of the hip bone (correct)
The ileum contains an 'E'. What else contains an 'E'?
The ileum contains an 'E'. What else contains an 'E'?
intestine
The ilium contains an 'I'. What else contains an 'I'?
The ilium contains an 'I'. What else contains an 'I'?
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Study Notes
ILEUM
- The ileum is the final segment of the small intestine.
- It is the longest part of the small intestine, measuring around 3 to 4 meters in adults.
- Responsible for the absorption of nutrients and bile salts.
ILIUM
- The ilium is a key component of the pelvic structure.
- It forms the uppermost and largest part of the hip bone.
- Plays a crucial role in supporting the weight of the body while sitting and standing.
Memory Association
- The ileum contains the letter "E," correlating with "intestine."
- The ilium contains the letter "I," which relates to "hip."
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