The structure that absorbs water and forms feces is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The structure that absorbs water and forms feces is the:
A. Small intestine
B. Large intestine
C. Esophagus
D. Stomach
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The colon (large intestine) reabsorbs water, electrolytes, and vitamins produced by gut bacteria, compacting the indigestible residue into feces. The small intestine absorbs nutrients, stomach digests, esophagus transports.

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