Which component of food is normally absorbed in the large intestine as well as the small intestine? A) Water B) Carbohydrates C) Fats D) Proteins

The large intestine is much broader than the small intestine and takes a much straighter path through your belly, or abdomen. The purpose of the large intestine is to absorb water and salts from the material that has not been digested as food, and get rid of any waste products left over.