Question

Which of the following are functions of the large intestine?

• A. Formation of faeces
• B. Storage of bile salts
• C. Absorption of water
• D. Absorption of nutrients

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C)

The correct options are
A Formation of faeces
C Absorption of water

The large intestine is responsible for absorption of water from the digested food. The process of absorption of nutrients finish in the small intestine where all the nutrients are absorbed by the villi into the blood. Then the food enters the large intestine from where it proceeds for egestion.