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The large intestinea. digests all types of food.b. is the longest part of the intestinal tract.c. absorbs water.d. is connected to the stomach.e. is subject to hepatitis.
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The primary role of the large intestine is to absorb water and electrolytes from the remaining indigestible food matter and to transport waste material out of the body. Show more…
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