Some but not much. Nutrient absorption is mostly performed by the small intestine. The large intestine mostly removes water from digested food before it turns into stool and passes into the rectum.
Yes, water is absorbed in the large intestine, along with certain vitamins such as vitamin K.
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The small intestine absorbs food and the large intestine absorbs water.
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Yes, it is. The small intestine absorbs most of the nutrients, while the large intestine absorbs water.
Nothing, the small intestine absorbs the nutrients, and the large intestine absorbs water.
The small intestine absorbs glucose (sugar), fat, starch, and protein before passing it on to the large intestine.
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The large intestine absorbs water, electrolytes, and some kinds of vitamins and minerals. After your food has been swallowed and has been digested in your stomach and small intestine your large intestine absorbs the last of the water.
The small intestine absorbs digested nutrients. The large intestine collects waste and absorbs water.
The large intestine absorbs water, electrolytes, and some kinds of vitamins and minerals. After your food has been swallowed and has been digested in your stomach and small intestine your large intestine absorbs the last of the water.