Maximum absorption of water occurs in:

Question

Maximum absorption of water occurs in: (A) colon (B) rectum (C) large intestine (D) small intestine

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The chief functions of the large intestine are the absorption of water and the elimination of solid wastes. Large intestine is divided into three parts i.e., caecum, colon and rectum. In mammals, colon has essential water absorbing role in preparation of faeces.

Q. Maximum absorption of water occurs in:

colon

rectum

large intestine

small intestine

The chief functions of the large intestine are the absorption of water and the elimination of solid wastes. Large intestine is divided into three parts i.e., caecum, colon and rectum. In mammals, colon has essential water absorbing role in preparation of faeces.