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 functions to absorb any excess water from the material it receives from the small intestine. This also involves the collection of electrolytes, which move with water. Thus, the large intestine works to preserve and absorb water and electrolytes that were not absorbed by previous digestive organs.

Detailed explanation-3: -The colon helps to absorb a small volume of water from the lumen (400ml/day).

Detailed explanation-4: -The small intestine must absorb massive quantities of water.