MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

GASTROINTESTINAL PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The large intestine is capable of:
A
Transport 1 liter of fluid every two days
B
Transport 1 liters of fluid daily
C
Transports 1/2 liter of fluid daily
D
Transports 2 liters of fluid daily
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -On average, approximately nine liters of fluid enters the jejunum each day. The small intestine absorbs approximately seven liters, leaving only 1.5-2 liters to enter the large intestine.

Detailed explanation-2: -Formation and elimination of feces After the consumption of food, the small intestine firstly absorbs approximately 90% of ingested water, leaving the large intestine to absorb any remaining water.

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