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==Function==
==Function==
*The colon is a site of microbial fermentation and absorption of the products of microbial fermentation, [[Volatile Fatty Acids - Anatomy & Physioogy|VFAs]].
*The colon is a site of microbial fermentation and absorption of the products of microbial fermentation, [[Volatile Fatty Acids - Anatomy & Physioogy|VFAs]].
−*Transportation of chyme is also a function of the colon.
+*Transportation is also important here.
**Motility in most species is brought about by segmentation and peristalsis.
**Motility in most species is brought about by segmentation and peristalsis.
**Antiperistalsis also occurs and is particularly important in horses, ruminants and rodents.
**Antiperistalsis also occurs and is particularly important in horses, ruminants and rodents.