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Rectum

Key Stage 2

Meaning

The rectum is a part of the digestive system.

Key Stage 3

Meaning

A computer generated image showing the small intestine, large intestine, rectum and anus.

The rectum is an organ in the digestive system where faeces is stored before it is released.

About The Rectum

The rectum is found at the end of the large intestine.
When faeces is released from the rectum it is called egestion.

Key Stage 4

Meaning

The rectum is an organ in the digestive system where faeces is stored before it is egested.

About The Rectum

The rectum is found at the end of the large intestine.


References

AQA

Rectum, page 31, GCSE Biology; The Revision Guide, CGP, AQA