Question

In which part of the large intestine does maximum absorption of water molecules occur?

A. Colon
B. Rectum
C. Ileum
D. Caecum

Answer 1

• The large intestine is divided into caecum, colon, and rectum.

• The major function of the large intestine is to absorb water and electrolytes from the remaining indigestible food matter and transmit the useless waste material from the body.

• The maximum absorption of water molecules takes place in the colon part of the large intestine.

• Hence, option A is the correct answer.