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Maximum absorption of water occurs in

A. Caecum

B. Colon

C. Small intestine

D. Large intestine

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Water is absorbed mainly in the large intestine, which turns undigested food into a coherent mass of feces. The colon absorbs water from the undigested food. Due to the presence of Haustra the water-absorbing surface of the colon increases and it efficiently increases absorption of water.
So,the correct answer is Colon.

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