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What is absorbed in the large intestine?
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Large intestine: The large intestine primarily absorbs water from the stool mixture, associated with ions, nutrients, and vitamins produced by the gut bacteria. By absorbing the water, it changes the stool from liquid to its final solid form. Hope that helps.
Answered 5/20/2017
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