Most of the Normal Microbiota of the Digestive System Are

Question

Most of the normal microbiota of the digestive system are found in the
A)mouth.
B)stomach.
C)stomach and small intestine.
D)small intestine and large intestine.
E)accessory structures.

Accepted Answer

Most of the normal microbiota of the digestive system are found in the small intestine and large intestine. The mouth and stomach also contain microbiota, but they are not as numerous as those found in the intestines. Accessory structures such as the liver, gall bladder, and pancreas do not typically have microbiota present.