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which structure helps separate the feces from gas to prevent the
simultaneous passage of feces and gas?
internal anal sphincter
external anal sphincter
teniae coli
rectal valves
The internal anal sphincter is a smooth muscle that helps in the separation of feces from gas. It is an involuntary muscle. The external anal sphincter is a skeletal muscle and is voluntary. The tenia coli are longitudinal muscle bands of the colon. Rectal valves (also known as Houston's valves) help support fecal matter in the rectum.
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Internal anal sphincter