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Question

Maximum absorption of water occurs in

A. Caecum

B. Colon

C. Small intestine

D. Large intestine

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Solution

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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