large intestine

• Parte inferior do sistema digestório, que se estende do ceco ao reto e é responsável pela absorção de água e eletrólitos dos restos alimentares não digeridos e pela formação das fezes.

The lower part of the digestive system, extending from the cecum to the rectum, responsible for absorbing water and electrolytes from indigestible food matter and forming solid waste.

1. Part of the digestive systemB2formal

   The lower part of the digestive tract, responsible for absorbing water and forming solid waste.

   Parte do sistema digestório

   • The large intestine absorbs water from undigested food.
   • Doctors examined the large intestine using a colonoscope.
   • A healthy diet helps keep the large intestine functioning properly.