HISTOLOGY
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
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Question
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What organ in the alimentary canal is responsible for the absoption of water?
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large intestine
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small intestine
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stomach
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oral cavity
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The large intestine absorbs water and changes the waste from liquid into stool.
Detailed explanation-2: -The lining of the small intestinal mucosa is very highly specialized for maximizing digestion and absorption of nutrients. The lining is highly folded to form microscopic finger-like projections called villi which increase the surface area to help with absorption.
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