Question

Ideal function of vermiform appendix in human body is_________
A) Digestion of cellulose
B) Decrease the digestion
C) Produce more energy
D) Increase the weight

Answer 1

In earlier times when there was no access to cooking fuels and techniques, people used to eat raw food and material in order to obtain nutrition.

Complete answer:
The vermiform appendix, also called appendix, is a worm-like tubular structure found attached to the human large intestine. It secretes enzyme cellulase. To find out the ideal function of the vermiform appendix, let us analyze the options.

Option A: The cellulase enzyme secreted by the vermiform appendix is used for the breakdown of cellulose that is present in the raw food materials that were consumed by the people long years back. Therefore, this is the correct option.
Option B: Vermiform appendix secretes cellulase which aids the process of digestion by breakdown of cellulose present in raw food items. It does not decrease the digestion of food. Therefore, this is the incorrect option.
Option C: Energy in the body is produced by the mitochondria of the cell which are also termed as powerhouse of the cell. Vermiform appendix has no role to play in increasing the energy. Therefore, this is the incorrect option.
Option D: Vermiform appendix has no role in increasing the weight of an individual as it plays a key role in digestion of cellulose. Therefore, this is the incorrect option.

Thus, the correct option is (A) Digestion of cellulose.

Note: Vermiform appendix resembles a worm-like structure and hence named Vermiform.It is the only organ in the human body that helps in the digestion of cellulose. Rest of the digestion process takes place in the mouth, stomach and some in small intestines.