The large intestine carries out which of the following?
a. Absorbs water, digests and absorbs proteins, synthesises vitamin K
b. Absorbs mineral salts and vitamins, absorbs digested fats, moves contents into rectum by mass movement
c. Synthesises vitamin K, absorbs water, absorbs minerals and vitamins
d. Moves contents into rectum by mass movements, absorbs water and electrolytes, synthesises vitamin K
Ans: d
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