The vermiform appendix
A) produces enzymes that assist in fat digestion
B) gets its name because it looks like a worm
C) is important in the reabsorption of bile
D) none of the above

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The vermiform appendix gets its name because it looks like a worm. It is a narrow, tube-like structure that extends from the large intestine. It serves no known function in digestion, but may have immune system functions. However, recent studies have also suggested that it may play a role in the maintenance of gut bacteria.

The Vermiform Appendix