Which of the following statements about large intestine are correct ? A. It includes caecum, colon, rectum and anal canal. B. The last stages of chemical digestion occur in the large intestine through bacterial action. Substances are further broken down and some vitamins are synthesized. C. The large intestine absorbs water, ions and vitamins. D. The elimination of faeces from the rectum is called defecation. Defecation is a reflex action aided by voluntary contractions of the diaphragm and abdominal muscles. Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Asked in KPSC KAS Prelims 2017 · Topic: Digestive System (Absorption of Water, Minerals, and Vitamins)

1. Only A and B
2. Only A, C and D
3. Only B, C and D
4. A, B, C and D

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