Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
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The role of the colon as a fermenter.
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The colon is a part of the large intestine where water and several nutrients from the digested food are absorbed and the fecal matter is concentrated. The microbial composition, hydrogen ion concentration, and the concentration of digestive juices of the colon vary from other parts of the intestine. This environment supports a diverse range of bacteria though particular bacterial species are predominant in this region.
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