Bacteroides, Lactobacillus, and Clostridium organisms are commonly found in the:
a. stomach. c. large intestine.
b. small intestine. d. liver.
C
The colon contains billions of anaerobic bacteria that putrefy remaining proteins and indigestible residue; synthesize folic acid, vitamin K, nicotinic acid, riboflavin, and some B vitamins; and convert urea salts to ammonium salts and ammonia for absorption into the portal circulation. Common colonic bacteria include Bacteroides, Lactobacillus, and Clostridium organisms.
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