Functions of the large intestine include
A) chemical digestion of chyme.
B) temporary food storage.
C) reabsorption of water and compaction of feces.
D) absorption of the products of digestion.
E) production of digestive enzymes.

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The large intestine primarily functions to reabsorb water and compact feces. It does not chemically digest chyme, store food for a significant length of time, absorb products of digestion, or produce digestive enzymes.

Functions of the Large Intestine Include