Question

question 12
what is the main function of the large intestine?

to absorb vitamins and minerals.

to ferment food and form waste.

to absorb fat and cholesterol.

to absorb carbohydrates.

Explanation:

• The large intestine's main functions include fermenting undigested food (via gut bacteria) and forming/eliminating waste (feces).
• Absorbing vitamins/minerals is a minor role, not the main one. Absorbing fat/cholesterol (done by small intestine) and carbohydrates (small intestine) are not large intestine functions.

Answer:

B. To ferment food and form waste.