The large intestine lacks the villi found in the small intestine but possesses unique longitudinal muscle bands. What are these three bands of muscle called?
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Correct answer: Teniae coli
Teniae coli are three distinct bands of longitudinal smooth muscle that run the length of the colon. Their tonic contraction causes the wall of the colon to pucker into small pouches called haustra.
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