An Autotroph's Horror
The following is a short story showcasing one's digestive system. It was written as a biology
assignment by Shreeya Patel. I hope you enjoy it!
assignment by Shreeya Patel. I hope you enjoy it!
An Autotroph’s Horror
Author’s Note
Dear Fellow Autotroph,
I am glad you are reading my text. Thank you for considering that we, autotrophs, are humble servants
of the demons who roam this land. This, however, is an injustice! We must rally. So, I have written the
novel in order to fight back. My purpose is to educate those unable to learn, educate all of our kind of the
horrors of digestion. I hope to supplement the lack of education about this subject.
May God bless your soul… May He make sure you do not befall the same fate as those before you.
Happy (or rather, frightening) reading.
of the demons who roam this land. This, however, is an injustice! We must rally. So, I have written the
novel in order to fight back. My purpose is to educate those unable to learn, educate all of our kind of the
horrors of digestion. I hope to supplement the lack of education about this subject.
May God bless your soul… May He make sure you do not befall the same fate as those before you.
Happy (or rather, frightening) reading.
Warm Regards,
Sam Osa
What a peculiar sensation…
Why, it seems as though the world is breaking apart piece by piece…
Not yet… But soon…
In a crisis, one may easily be convinced that all is over, that there is no hope. Not a single soul
may help you. No extraterrestrials, and certainly no supernatural force. The tract of misery
portrays such horror—such horrendous, murderous ordeals occur within the system. Each step
of the journey, more gruesome than the first. However, such dreadful deeds take place on a scale
so large, it may be hard to comprehend. It occurs in every species, every human being, many
times a day. And it does not end there.
This process, believe it or not, is natural. A totally natural phenomenon that evolution has
enhanced so monstrously. Society, oh, how poor is society! Unaware of the shocking truth,
blindly being consumed by the gastric giant.
enhanced so monstrously. Society, oh, how poor is society! Unaware of the shocking truth,
blindly being consumed by the gastric giant.
Heterotrophs! Heed to my message… Recognize the sins within your own anatomy… Obey us…
for you, YOU ARE ALL MONSTERS…
for you, YOU ARE ALL MONSTERS…
Chapter Ⅰ: The Beginning
We autotrophs are so heavily underrepresented, wrongly conceived as unworthy since we are
immobile. We are picked one by one towards doom and placed in a dark cavern, filled with
stalactites and stalagmites. They are sharp, piercing through the toughest of shells. These
gleaming calcified structures bear no mercy.
immobile. We are picked one by one towards doom and placed in a dark cavern, filled with
stalactites and stalagmites. They are sharp, piercing through the toughest of shells. These
gleaming calcified structures bear no mercy.
Oddly, they are known as “Teeth” and are purposely placed to grind and rip our parts into
smaller, more “digestible” pieces. It is pure evil. Evolution has its methods, but they are
unjustifiable.
smaller, more “digestible” pieces. It is pure evil. Evolution has its methods, but they are
unjustifiable.
I recall many nights, long sleepless nights, dreading the day where I too will be taken from the
luxury of my display. I have lost others like me, liquid daals, hot rotis and heavenly chutnis. It is
when they bring shiny silver clasps close that the fear kicks in. Everyday is foreboding, and does
not seem to end well. I have heard many lines from those demons regarding our fate.
luxury of my display. I have lost others like me, liquid daals, hot rotis and heavenly chutnis. It is
when they bring shiny silver clasps close that the fear kicks in. Everyday is foreboding, and does
not seem to end well. I have heard many lines from those demons regarding our fate.
“If we can't sell Sam Osa, we might have to throw them in the trash.”
“It's not worth the loss. There is no sense in displaying something that won't make us any profit!”
Sam Osa, I am assuming, is me. Many people point at us saying we would like “Sam Osa”.
But, it is bizarre that all of us are known as the same. It is very queer indeed.
But, it is bizarre that all of us are known as the same. It is very queer indeed.
It was one fine afternoon when a young demon came to the display and pointed at me.
I began to cower; she held the magic green paper, and I knew my fate was sealed. I frantically
looked around, but there was no one else. Today was the day. Today was the day which I feared.
Today I would encounter The Teeth…
I began to cower; she held the magic green paper, and I knew my fate was sealed. I frantically
looked around, but there was no one else. Today was the day. Today was the day which I feared.
Today I would encounter The Teeth…
*Dear Reader, I am not here to scare you. But here to educate. Regardless, such experiences
should not exist! Why is the world so cruel?*
should not exist! Why is the world so cruel?*
Suddenly the metal clasps gripped my skin, squishing me. My inside stuffing became tighter,
and tighter until I was placed in an excruciating hot liquid, bubbling and sizzling immensely.
My soft skin quickly hardened into a hot crispy crust, but at a painful price. As I was removed
from the scorching oils and dropped from a frightening height, I thought I was invincible. Surely
the new armour could not be penetrated. The cool air rushed past my hot, steaming crust,
and I landed on a coruscate dining utensil. Demons call them plates, and it is essentially the
deathbed for us slaves. I felt two hands slide underneath my new outer layer. One will start
trembling at this point as the discomposure will begin to take a toll on their state.
and tighter until I was placed in an excruciating hot liquid, bubbling and sizzling immensely.
My soft skin quickly hardened into a hot crispy crust, but at a painful price. As I was removed
from the scorching oils and dropped from a frightening height, I thought I was invincible. Surely
the new armour could not be penetrated. The cool air rushed past my hot, steaming crust,
and I landed on a coruscate dining utensil. Demons call them plates, and it is essentially the
deathbed for us slaves. I felt two hands slide underneath my new outer layer. One will start
trembling at this point as the discomposure will begin to take a toll on their state.
This is the beginning of a horrendous journey, and The Teeth are just a portion of sub-demons
we will encounter.
we will encounter.
Chapter Ⅱ: The Oral Cave
Upon entry into the oral cave, one will be ripped apart. Day and night will flicker with each
pronounced jaw movement. The oral cavity, or mouth, is known as the site of ingestion.
Mechanical procedures, such as teeth grinding occur here, and it is very painful. Autotrophs at
this stage will be physically morphed in order to increase rates of smooth passage and surface
area. My crust, ripped effortlessly by the teeth, exposed the soft stuffing inside. We were
mashed up and separated. It was so overwhelming. This petrifying experience is enhanced
even further through the secretions of extracellular fluid.
pronounced jaw movement. The oral cavity, or mouth, is known as the site of ingestion.
Mechanical procedures, such as teeth grinding occur here, and it is very painful. Autotrophs at
this stage will be physically morphed in order to increase rates of smooth passage and surface
area. My crust, ripped effortlessly by the teeth, exposed the soft stuffing inside. We were
mashed up and separated. It was so overwhelming. This petrifying experience is enhanced
even further through the secretions of extracellular fluid.
A pool of sticky fluid will quickly engulf you. Produced by glands, secretions of Mucin and Saliva,
bind us back together. Saliva, a sickening lubricant, dissolves our particles, and activates
receptors on a strong muscle known as the “Tongue”. Do not be amazed by the tongue.
The tongue itself will be an inconvenience.
bind us back together. Saliva, a sickening lubricant, dissolves our particles, and activates
receptors on a strong muscle known as the “Tongue”. Do not be amazed by the tongue.
The tongue itself will be an inconvenience.
Moreover, Saliva contains little soldiers called Amylase. These fighters break down starches
in my figure. This process is quite unpleasant, but the real story occurs when the breakdown of
fats happens, which will be the predominant focus in my text.
in my figure. This process is quite unpleasant, but the real story occurs when the breakdown of
fats happens, which will be the predominant focus in my text.
After our disassemble, the tongue, along with mucin and saliva, will secure our dispatched
pieces into a ball-like shape. Our new identity, regardless of whether you were Sam Osa or Roti
will be “Bolus”.
pieces into a ball-like shape. Our new identity, regardless of whether you were Sam Osa or Roti
will be “Bolus”.
I hate the new name Bolus…
What a pity! After our name is stripped from us, the tongue pushes us back into an ever
extending tube. The slippery walls of the cave prevent me from grabbing them. There is no
escape now.
extending tube. The slippery walls of the cave prevent me from grabbing them. There is no
escape now.
Chapter Ⅲ: An Introduction to Peristalsis
We carried onwards into the darkened tube in which I have never felt so blind before. The world’s
colors have dissipated, and dark contractions of smooth muscle occurred all around me.
colors have dissipated, and dark contractions of smooth muscle occurred all around me.
We pushed through until we reached a small flap. This flap is known as the “Epiglottis”. It is
responsible for the safe passage of the bolus, making sure it reaches its destination; it must not
be detoured into the respiratory system as unforgiving consequences will occur. Bolus must
strictly remain a part of the gastrine system, a law that all demons adhere to.
responsible for the safe passage of the bolus, making sure it reaches its destination; it must not
be detoured into the respiratory system as unforgiving consequences will occur. Bolus must
strictly remain a part of the gastrine system, a law that all demons adhere to.
However, I knew of this fact and quickly pulled the epiglottis upwards, trying to squeeze into
the forbidden zone. Although I tugged, I was disheartened to find that my strength was
inadequate. Evolution has won, once again.
the forbidden zone. Although I tugged, I was disheartened to find that my strength was
inadequate. Evolution has won, once again.
The tube in which we are travelling is known as the “Esophagus”. Its sole purpose is to push
Bolus down to a key organ. Mucous covers the walls of this tube, lubricating the passageway.
This provides a smooth journey to inevitable doom. Through involuntary contractions, one will
find themselves slipping deeper and deeper… Peristalsis occurs throughout this system. It is
something we must get used to.
Bolus down to a key organ. Mucous covers the walls of this tube, lubricating the passageway.
This provides a smooth journey to inevitable doom. Through involuntary contractions, one will
find themselves slipping deeper and deeper… Peristalsis occurs throughout this system. It is
something we must get used to.
Chapter Ⅳ: The Gruesome Acidity
Located between the esophagus and the stomach is a muscular ring known as the “Cardiac Sphincter”.
As I waited to be released by this valve, I heard gurgles. I heard sounds so eerie, so blood-curdling,
that I wanted to cry. Crying for help was obviously a pathetic solution, so poorly thought out and
mindless. No one could hear me… No one could help me…
As I waited to be released by this valve, I heard gurgles. I heard sounds so eerie, so blood-curdling,
that I wanted to cry. Crying for help was obviously a pathetic solution, so poorly thought out and
mindless. No one could hear me… No one could help me…
The Cardiac Sphincter prevents stomach acids from entering the esophagus. However, if somehow,
you manage to disrupt the Sphincter, there is a chance that you will be thrown out of the system. The
chances, regardless of how easy it seems, are quite low. This phenomenon is called an acid reflux, and
the Demons (being so unintelligent) falsely named it “Heartburn”. Heartburn usually occurs in those
who are elderly, and the demon who has consumed me obviously, was below the age of 10.
you manage to disrupt the Sphincter, there is a chance that you will be thrown out of the system. The
chances, regardless of how easy it seems, are quite low. This phenomenon is called an acid reflux, and
the Demons (being so unintelligent) falsely named it “Heartburn”. Heartburn usually occurs in those
who are elderly, and the demon who has consumed me obviously, was below the age of 10.
In an instant a cavity opened up, and I fell immediately into a mixture of burning juices. Although the
sensation was agonizing, the science that occurs here is both gruesome and fascinating. If you are able
to feel the walls of the stomach you would find that it is not smooth. In fact, it is composed of folds of
epithelial tissue, giving it a myriad of curves. The stomach is a muscular sac, and peristalsis occurs
here in the form of churning. Loop-de-loops, spinning, and twirling is normal here as you become
physically dissolved.
sensation was agonizing, the science that occurs here is both gruesome and fascinating. If you are able
to feel the walls of the stomach you would find that it is not smooth. In fact, it is composed of folds of
epithelial tissue, giving it a myriad of curves. The stomach is a muscular sac, and peristalsis occurs
here in the form of churning. Loop-de-loops, spinning, and twirling is normal here as you become
physically dissolved.
The stomach is a digestive machine. It also begins chemical digestion through the secretion of fluids.
This organ is lined with millions of cells each with a uniquely horrendous purpose. Parietal cells form
the solution “Hydrochloric Acid”. As the name suggests so conspicuously, this substance is an acid.
In fact, demons use a system to classify the acidity of matter. They call it a pH scale. Stomach acids
fall in the HIGHLY ACIDIC portion. Brace yourself if you ever find yourself in a stomach for it is not
delightful.
This organ is lined with millions of cells each with a uniquely horrendous purpose. Parietal cells form
the solution “Hydrochloric Acid”. As the name suggests so conspicuously, this substance is an acid.
In fact, demons use a system to classify the acidity of matter. They call it a pH scale. Stomach acids
fall in the HIGHLY ACIDIC portion. Brace yourself if you ever find yourself in a stomach for it is not
delightful.
You may be wondering why the stomach itself does not suffer from such encounters. The secret
lies in Mucous Cells, which secrete a slippery, protective layer. This “Mucous” protects the Demon’s
vital organ from its own digestive acid. Oh, if only I could coat myself in such cells! Autotrophs would
be invincible.
lies in Mucous Cells, which secrete a slippery, protective layer. This “Mucous” protects the Demon’s
vital organ from its own digestive acid. Oh, if only I could coat myself in such cells! Autotrophs would
be invincible.
*Dear Reader, evolution has not served us well. You can be the brave soul to start a revolution.
The only catch is to get a sample of these Mucous Cells. Through genetic modifications, you can
rule the world. God bless the Autotrophs!*
The only catch is to get a sample of these Mucous Cells. Through genetic modifications, you can
rule the world. God bless the Autotrophs!*
Further, cells found in the epithelial folds deploy more soldiers… These soldiers are known as
Pepsinogens, and are specifically distributed by chief cells. For the unknowing, it is a declaration
of war—an ambush so sudden, there is no way to retaliate. Pepsinogens become active as soon
as they are exposed to Hydrochloric Acid. They are wilder, stronger, and more fierce. They are
designed to hunt “Proteins”, but I consist of fats and carbohydrates so, I am partly safe from these
hounds.
Pepsinogens, and are specifically distributed by chief cells. For the unknowing, it is a declaration
of war—an ambush so sudden, there is no way to retaliate. Pepsinogens become active as soon
as they are exposed to Hydrochloric Acid. They are wilder, stronger, and more fierce. They are
designed to hunt “Proteins”, but I consist of fats and carbohydrates so, I am partly safe from these
hounds.
Now, it is about time I told you that these soldiers are known as “Enzymes”. Enzymes play an integral
role in our destruction. They lower activation energy, and catalyze reactions instantly. Often times, they
provide a very specific fit to our substrates. Evolution has made it so. It has crafted these fighters so
perfectly. They are so perfectly designed to destroy.
role in our destruction. They lower activation energy, and catalyze reactions instantly. Often times, they
provide a very specific fit to our substrates. Evolution has made it so. It has crafted these fighters so
perfectly. They are so perfectly designed to destroy.
But it does not end there! They changed our name, yet again. Instead of “Bolus”, we are now known
as “Chyme”.
as “Chyme”.
I hate the name Chyme more than Bolus...
It is of no matter for the gruesome acidity is overtaking me…
Chapter Ⅴ: The Duodenum
A terrible journey it has been, but the worst has not yet come. At this point, I look like a liquidy mess,
a jumble of small particles smushed together with mucus and acids. As the acid from the stomach
drains we (because I am not Sam Osa anymore but a mixture of many things) slide down towards
another ring known as the Pyloric Sphincter. Like the Cardiac Sphincter, it is just a valve that separates
two major organs, making sure they stay distinctly apart. However, the next organ, the small intestine,
is the major site for lipid and carbohydrate digestion and absorption. Now this was the part of the system
that one should be most afraid of.
a jumble of small particles smushed together with mucus and acids. As the acid from the stomach
drains we (because I am not Sam Osa anymore but a mixture of many things) slide down towards
another ring known as the Pyloric Sphincter. Like the Cardiac Sphincter, it is just a valve that separates
two major organs, making sure they stay distinctly apart. However, the next organ, the small intestine,
is the major site for lipid and carbohydrate digestion and absorption. Now this was the part of the system
that one should be most afraid of.
Upon entry, the first part of the small intestine, the duodenum, recognizes the presence of fat
and acidic chyme. It then quickly sends a signal to accessory organs (Demons have many
organs that help with digestion but do not associate directly with the chyme). These signals
are known as hormones, and they play an integral role in our breakage.
and acidic chyme. It then quickly sends a signal to accessory organs (Demons have many
organs that help with digestion but do not associate directly with the chyme). These signals
are known as hormones, and they play an integral role in our breakage.
Although the small intestine has its own network of carbohydrate fighting enzymes, it requires
the help of others. The small intestine is able to secrete certain enzymes like Maltase, Lactase,
and Sucrase in order to break polymers of sugars into monomers (monosaccharides).
the help of others. The small intestine is able to secrete certain enzymes like Maltase, Lactase,
and Sucrase in order to break polymers of sugars into monomers (monosaccharides).
There are two specific hormones, prosecretin/secretin and cholecystokinin (CCK), who target
the major accessory organs needed to break down lipids and carbohydrates. Prosecretin
targets the Pancreas particularly. The pancreas is an elongated gland that changes the pH
of the small intestine. Even though the pancreas has many other functions, its major role
is the secretion of sodium bicarbonate, a VERY BASIC solution.
the major accessory organs needed to break down lipids and carbohydrates. Prosecretin
targets the Pancreas particularly. The pancreas is an elongated gland that changes the pH
of the small intestine. Even though the pancreas has many other functions, its major role
is the secretion of sodium bicarbonate, a VERY BASIC solution.
Now it was mentioned before that the pH scale is what is used by Demons to classify the acidity
of matter. The small intestine is quite alkaline, the total opposite of the stomach. This reaction is
thanks to secretin. Please refer to page 7 for more information.
of matter. The small intestine is quite alkaline, the total opposite of the stomach. This reaction is
thanks to secretin. Please refer to page 7 for more information.
The pancreas also secretes the enzymes, amylase and lipase. Amylase breaks down
starches, while Lipase breaks down lipids. We have been introduced to Amylase before,
but Lipase is a new encounter. However, both are a nuisance. CCK is to blame for this
experience.
starches, while Lipase breaks down lipids. We have been introduced to Amylase before,
but Lipase is a new encounter. However, both are a nuisance. CCK is to blame for this
experience.
CCK also targets the Liver, which is the largest glandular organ found in the demon.
The liver produces disgusting sticky salts, known as bile. These bile salts are stored in
the gallbladder, and they help with the mechanical digestion of lipids in the small intestine.
CCK releases these salts, and they make their way into the duodenum via the common bile
duct.
The liver produces disgusting sticky salts, known as bile. These bile salts are stored in
the gallbladder, and they help with the mechanical digestion of lipids in the small intestine.
CCK releases these salts, and they make their way into the duodenum via the common bile
duct.
I waited in apprehension. The science, I knew very well, was about to irritate me immensely.
After the opening of the pyloric sphincter, I slid down slowly into the duodenum. Instantly I
realized that the atmosphere had changed into something incredibly less acidic. I began to
bubble as my acidic skin reacted with the basic surroundings. The show, however, did not
end there. A shower of brown solidities tore into me, ripping my every particle apart physically.
They split efficiently and we were attacked once again—the soldiers were back. Millions of
them scattered around the alkaline battlefield, seizing my assets, straining my every part.
They tormented me, stripped me of my essential nutrients. All my fatty goodness and all my
robust carbohydrates were gone. I was left as a wet, futile lump. Tiny screams filled all
around me as I heard the soldiers take my broken fatty acids and monosaccharides deeper
into the intestine to be absorbed.
After the opening of the pyloric sphincter, I slid down slowly into the duodenum. Instantly I
realized that the atmosphere had changed into something incredibly less acidic. I began to
bubble as my acidic skin reacted with the basic surroundings. The show, however, did not
end there. A shower of brown solidities tore into me, ripping my every particle apart physically.
They split efficiently and we were attacked once again—the soldiers were back. Millions of
them scattered around the alkaline battlefield, seizing my assets, straining my every part.
They tormented me, stripped me of my essential nutrients. All my fatty goodness and all my
robust carbohydrates were gone. I was left as a wet, futile lump. Tiny screams filled all
around me as I heard the soldiers take my broken fatty acids and monosaccharides deeper
into the intestine to be absorbed.
Chapter Ⅵ: The Garden of Villi
I slid down the canal, being slowly pushed through with the help of peristalsis. Each section of
the journey drains me of my energy. Little by little, I feel as though I am being sucked in by little
vacuums.
the journey drains me of my energy. Little by little, I feel as though I am being sucked in by little
vacuums.
The next sections of the small intestine, the Jejunum and Ileum, are used for absorption.
The collected nutrients are diffused into the bloodstream and lymphatic system, all for the
demon’s selfish use. There is no pity… no compensation given to the poor and weak…
The collected nutrients are diffused into the bloodstream and lymphatic system, all for the
demon’s selfish use. There is no pity… no compensation given to the poor and weak…
The Ileum and Jejunum are covered in a myriad of Villi that increase the surface area of the
region. In fact, Villi are found in numbers close to the millions. Being supplied with microvilli,
they increase the absorption rate of nutrients. In order to transport the stolen nutrients, each
villus is equipped with a track of capillaries and lacteals. Capillaries are microscopic vessels t
hat transport monosaccharides while lacteals transport lipids. I consist of both.
region. In fact, Villi are found in numbers close to the millions. Being supplied with microvilli,
they increase the absorption rate of nutrients. In order to transport the stolen nutrients, each
villus is equipped with a track of capillaries and lacteals. Capillaries are microscopic vessels t
hat transport monosaccharides while lacteals transport lipids. I consist of both.
This was the death garden of supple Villi; not filled with the beauty of flowers, but covered
with confiscating forces, stripping autotrophs of their value.
with confiscating forces, stripping autotrophs of their value.
Chapter Ⅶ: The Hydrophilic Tract
Now, at this section of the journey, we are nearing the end. We have reached the
large intestine, an excessively hydrophilic tract. Remember I am a nutrientless, liquidy blob.
All the liquid, the waters that I am composed of, were not absorbed by the Villi. This is where
the large intestine, or colon, plays a part.
large intestine, an excessively hydrophilic tract. Remember I am a nutrientless, liquidy blob.
All the liquid, the waters that I am composed of, were not absorbed by the Villi. This is where
the large intestine, or colon, plays a part.
The large intestine is therefore the site of water absorption. However, this organ is not covered
in villi entirely, but such activities are conducted through diffusion. Diffusion is the movement of
substances along the concentration gradient. Osmosis is the specific diffusion of water. Due to
the movement of particular ions (sodium), cells draw water in. In this manner, up to 80% of fluid
will be taken in at this location.
in villi entirely, but such activities are conducted through diffusion. Diffusion is the movement of
substances along the concentration gradient. Osmosis is the specific diffusion of water. Due to
the movement of particular ions (sodium), cells draw water in. In this manner, up to 80% of fluid
will be taken in at this location.
Nevertheless, there is more. The large intestine contains an immeasurable number of bacteria.
These E-coli Bacteria produce certain vitamins from the “wastes”. One specific vitamin is
Vitamin K, which is needed for the synthesis of certain proteins, and for controlling the binding
of calcium to bones within these demons.
These E-coli Bacteria produce certain vitamins from the “wastes”. One specific vitamin is
Vitamin K, which is needed for the synthesis of certain proteins, and for controlling the binding
of calcium to bones within these demons.
Throughout the journey, mucous is also secreted in response to indigestible fibres like cellulose.
Mucous allows for smooth passage along the sections of the colon.
Mucous allows for smooth passage along the sections of the colon.
This, in my opinion, is the least gruesome of all the experiences I have felt so far. The water
in my complexion easily flowed through me, and each time it did, I felt so incredibly solid.
It was dehydration cranked to the maximum setting. Although it was slightly painful, I preferred
it to the acidic environment found in the stomach. I moved down deeper through the intestine,
each time feeling a little more queer. The bacteria are microscopic, and therefore I was unable
to feel them. I knew that they were there though for little pieces of my structure were being
picked out.
in my complexion easily flowed through me, and each time it did, I felt so incredibly solid.
It was dehydration cranked to the maximum setting. Although it was slightly painful, I preferred
it to the acidic environment found in the stomach. I moved down deeper through the intestine,
each time feeling a little more queer. The bacteria are microscopic, and therefore I was unable
to feel them. I knew that they were there though for little pieces of my structure were being
picked out.
After all that I have been through, the colon provided some relief, and I began to relax. Slowly
sliding along with the help of peristalsis was almost like being on a tranquilizing canoe ride…
sliding along with the help of peristalsis was almost like being on a tranquilizing canoe ride…
At least the Demon has some heart…
Chapter Ⅷ: Egestion
It doesn’t make much sense to me. Why must these forceful beings restrict such a fate
upon the humble, respecting autotrophs? The reactions and the occurrence of these events
has left me in a horrible state.
upon the humble, respecting autotrophs? The reactions and the occurrence of these events
has left me in a horrible state.
At the end of the large intestine, there is a cavity that leads back into the environment.
Before that, however, I find myself in the rectum, which is the site of egestion. This chamber
ends at the anus, and once again, there is a sphincter that controls elimination. It is voluntary,
and so when the little demon expels its wastes in the little demon’s room, she will push me out.
This sphincter is conveniently known as the Anal Sphincter.
Before that, however, I find myself in the rectum, which is the site of egestion. This chamber
ends at the anus, and once again, there is a sphincter that controls elimination. It is voluntary,
and so when the little demon expels its wastes in the little demon’s room, she will push me out.
This sphincter is conveniently known as the Anal Sphincter.
At this instance, I am no longer an appetizing Sam Osa, but a disgusting portion of feces.
Feces (name change, again!) is the term used for solid wastes produced after digestion.
I am now the embodiment of this term.
Feces (name change, again!) is the term used for solid wastes produced after digestion.
I am now the embodiment of this term.
*The next portion of the journey was so revolting that I have chosen to not write about it. For the sake
of your innocence, I will leave it out. You may research it on your own time, and at your own expense.*
of your innocence, I will leave it out. You may research it on your own time, and at your own expense.*
Chapter Ⅸ: Farewell
Dear Reader, I hope you have been motivated to rise in rebellion. My journey is only one of millions
occurring on a daily basis. Remember that I have outlined several ways to defeat a demon, including
the collection and analysis of Mucous Cells, and rerouting into the respiratory system.
occurring on a daily basis. Remember that I have outlined several ways to defeat a demon, including
the collection and analysis of Mucous Cells, and rerouting into the respiratory system.
I hope I have educated you well enough to spread this word. Avenge me, avenge all the fallen
autotrophs! You, my dear Reader, have the potential to change our destiny.
autotrophs! You, my dear Reader, have the potential to change our destiny.
The pH Scale
Acidity is measured according to the pH scale, and most solutions have a pH between in
the range 0 to 14. A solution with pH of 0 is a strong acid, while a solution of a pH of 14 is a strong base.
For example, stomach acid has a pH of around 2 and sodium bicarbonate has a pH of around 9.
If a solution has a pH of 7, then it is neutral. Distilled water is one such solution. Here, I have provided
an image of an appropriate scale. Acids are represented by red, and bases are represented by
blue/purple.
the range 0 to 14. A solution with pH of 0 is a strong acid, while a solution of a pH of 14 is a strong base.
For example, stomach acid has a pH of around 2 and sodium bicarbonate has a pH of around 9.
If a solution has a pH of 7, then it is neutral. Distilled water is one such solution. Here, I have provided
an image of an appropriate scale. Acids are represented by red, and bases are represented by
blue/purple.
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