Question

The digestive system contains a variety of parts that perform specific functions within the body. The small and large intestines have some similarities and some differences. Which function is only performed in the small intestine?

Answer 1

A.water absorption
B.vitamin absorption
C.mineral absorption
D.creation of chyme

Answer 2

@BioEpic

Answer 3

Let me look in my textbook.

Answer 4

okay

Answer 5

It is not A, because both perform that function.

Answer 6

I don't think it is D because chyme is created by the stomach.

Answer 7

c?

Answer 8

Is vitamin absorption performed in the large intestine? I only have my 9th grade textbook with me, not my AP textbook so it doesn't have it.

Answer 9

"Unlike the small intestine, the colon does not play a major role in absorption of foods and nutrients. However, the colon does absorb water, sodium and some fat soluble vitamins"

Answer 10

so im guesing its C?

Answer 11

Yeah, I was reading exactly that.

Answer 12

I would say C.

Answer 13

Yeah it was C, thanks!

Answer 14

No problem!

Answer 15

Thanks for medal!