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The small intestine absorbs food and the large intestine absorbs water.

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What happens to the unabsorbed food in our small intestine?

the unabsorbed food in the small intestine passes through the ileocecal valve to the large intestine where, after the last few nutrients and fluids are reabsorbed, it is defecated.


Does the small intestine remove minerals and moisture from waste?

yes, after food is digested excess water or leftover watre is reabsorbed by the large intestine. Certain types of vitamins are also synthesiszed here, people who do not go to the wash room after long periods of time tend to have constipation because water is reabsorbed from the feces.


The small intestine is connected to one side of the stomach and what is on the other end?

The small intestine is connected to one side of the stomach, and on the other end, it is connected to the large intestine. The small intestine is responsible for further digestion and absorption of nutrients from food before passing the remaining waste to the large intestine for processing.


Is colon same as large intestine?

No. The stomach attaches to the small intestines (where food is absorbed into the body) which is attached to the large intestines (where most of the water is reabsorbed).


Where is the majority of water reabsorbed in the digestive system?

The majority of water is reabsorbed in the small intestine of the digestive system.


What organ absorbs excess water from undigested food prior to its release from the body as a solid waste?

The large intestine absorbs excess water from the undigested matter that will then become feces.See the Related Link below.


What is the Organ that absorbs some minerals and water after leaving small intestine?

The colon (large intestine) is responsible for absorbing water and certain minerals from the remaining indigestible food material after it has passed through the small intestine. The absorbed water and minerals are then reabsorbed into the bloodstream to maintain hydration and electrolyte balance in the body.


What type of digestion action does the small intestine have?

The small intestine is a water recovery system. Earlier stages of digestion use a lot of water, and then the water is reabsorbed in the small intestine.


What is the organ responsible for food and water absorption?

The small intestine is where most nutrients are absorbed, but the large intestine is responsible for most water absorption


What are the functions of the small and large intestines?

the small intestine is the primary site for the digestion and absorption of food. the large intestine mainly functions to absorb excess water and electrolytes from undigested food particles. --thoughtfulobserver


What are the functions of the large and small intestines?

the small intestine is the primary site for the digestion and absorption of food. the large intestine mainly functions to absorb excess water and electrolytes from undigested food particles. --thoughtfulobserver


What are the function of the small and large intestins?

the small intestine is the primary site for the digestion and absorption of food. the large intestine mainly functions to absorb excess water and electrolytes from undigested food particles. --thoughtfulobserver