Most nutrients are absorbed from the small to the large intestine,where the majority of digestion occurs.As the large intestine reabsorbs water and electrolytes,it forms the residue,also called feces.

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The first statement is false; the second is true.Almost no absorption occurs in the large intestine; most absorption occurs in the small intestine.The large intestine forms and stores the residue,or feces,until defecation.Residue in the intestinal tract is defined as the total amount of fecal solids.

Most Nutrients Are Absorbed from the Small to the Large