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What is the function of the large intestine? 5mks

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Answered by maitreyeechakrabarty
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The 4 major functions of the large intestine are:

reabsorption of water and mineral ions such as sodium and chloride

formation and temporary storage of faeces

maintaining a resident population of over 500 species of bacteria

bacterial fermentation of indigestible materials.

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Answered by anushaasha
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answer is....

Explanation:

The large intestine consists of the caecum, colon, rectum and anal canal. It is about 1.5 metres long and has an average diameter of about 6 cm.

The 4 major functions of the large intestine are recovery of water and electrolytes, formation and storage of faeces and fermentation of some of the indigestible food matter by bacteria.

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