The region of the large intestine that when stretched stimulates the defecation reflex and allows for the passage of feces.

A) Large intestine
B) Stomach
C) Esophageal cancer
D) Appendix
E) Mouth
F) Salivary glands
G) Rectum
H) Cirrhosis
I) Gallbladder
J) Small intestine


Answer: G) Rectum

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