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Difference between appendix and veriform appendix?
appendix means a slender outgrowth or an appendage to the original structure. But the word appendix is loosely used for 'vermiform appendix'. Vermiform means worm like. vermiform appendix is, a vestigial organ of the human body, located at the start of large intestine (prcisely caecum).
The meaning of the English word 'appendix ' used in books?
An appendix is additional material that is placed (appended) at the end of a book.
Is the appendix used to break down raw meat?
No it is not. The appendix is used to house anaerobic bacteria that assist in the breakdown of cellulose from plant material. In humans, the appendix is considered to be a vestigial organ which serves no useful purpose due to its small size, but the appendix is vital to many other animals with a primarily vegetarian diet.
Why is appendix non functional in humans?
The appendix is a finger-like appendage attached to the stomach which has become redundant in the evolution of humans. If an infection occurs to the appendix - a life threatening appendicitis will need a surgical operation. I believe it is one of the stomachs used by herbivores.
What organ don't you use?
Most professionals believe the appendix is vestigial, or not used.
The medical term for inflammation of the appendix is what?
The medical term for the appendix is, appendix.
How does appendicitis affect the appendix?
The tip of the appendix become inflamed in the initial stage. At time the appendix get necrosis. Appendix may burst, giving rise to peritonitis.
What systems do you have when something is wrong with appendix?
Your apendix is not used by your body, it is thought that it was once used for the digestion of cellulose in the body before we evolved. your appendix can burst and therefore can become infective and you should go to the doctor however it is not an organ that is used by the body so no 'systems' are needed
What intestinal segment was used by your ancestors to digest plant material but is no longer used and therefore has de-evolved?
appendix
Where is an appendix located in a book?
An appendix is in the back of the book.
What does the appendix do in a digestive system?
the appendix does nothing at all
Is liver and appendix contralateral?
No, the liver and appendix are ispilateral
