Question

What is the main role of the large intestine?

(a) Absorption of water and electrolytes

(b) Absorption of minerals

(c) Absorption of glucose

(d) Absorption of only water

The question was posed to me during an online exam.

I'm obligated to ask this question of Drugs Absorption from Non Oral Extravascular Sites topic in section Absorption of Drugs of Drug Biotechnology

Answer 1

Right choice is (a) Absorption of water and electrolytes

For explanation: The environment if the large intestine is mostly neutral or alkaline. The main role of the large intestine is the absorption of water and electrolytes. It cannot absorb glucose, amino acids, lipids, etc.