THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

Detailed explanation-1: -The large intestine has 3 primary functions: absorbing water and electrolytes, producing and absorbing vitamins, and forming and propelling feces toward the rectum for elimination.

Detailed explanation-2: -The large intestine is part of the alimentary canal, which responsible for absorbing water from indigestible food.

Detailed explanation-3: -Absorption of ingested water and most solutes occurs in the proximal small intestine, therefore the rate at which beverages are emptied from the stomach is an important factor in determining the rate of water absorption.

Detailed explanation-4: -In the large intestine, there is a net absorption of sodium ions and chloride ions are actively absorbed.