All of these occur in the large intestine EXCEPT:
a. large numbers of bacteria utilize undigested food.
b. fatty acids are absorbed.
c. vitamin K is produced.
d. sodium and water are absorbed.
e. mucus is produced.
Answer: B
Feedback : The absorption of fatty acids does not occur in the large intestine; however, the utilization of undigested food by bacteria, the production of vitamin K, the absorption of water and sodium, and mucus production all occur in the large intestine.