Which of the Following is TRUE About the Comparison Between

Question

Which of the following is TRUE about the comparison between the mouse gut and the human gut?
A) The stomach is relatively larger in mice.
B) The colon and cecum are relatively larger in mice.
C) The small intestine is relatively larger in mice.
D) The esophagus and stomach are relatively larger in mice.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that the mouse gut has a relatively larger cecum and colon compared to the human gut, while the small intestine is relatively similar in size. Therefore, option B is the correct choice. Option A and D are incorrect as the stomach is relatively smaller in mice. Option C is also incorrect as the small intestine is relatively similar in size in both mice and humans.