Which of the following is the primary absorptive process in the large intestine?A. Active transport of `Na^(+)` from the lumen to the bloodB. Absortion of amino acids and fructoseC. Active transport of potassium from the lumen to the bloodD. Active absorption of `HCO_(3)^(-)` into the blood

Which of the following is the primary absorptive process in the large

1.	Which of the following is the primary absorptive process in the large intestine?A. Active transport of `Na^(+)` from the lumen to the bloodB. Absortion of amino acids and fructoseC. Active transport of potassium from the lumen to the bloodD. Active absorption of `HCO_(3)^(-)` into the blood
Answer» Correct Answer - A The mucosa of large intestine has a high capability for active absorption of sodium ions which create a gradient for chloride ions absorption as well. This forms an osomotic gradient across the large intestinal mucosa causing absorption of water.