Question

Constipation is a condition where the feces become hard and difficult to pass. What are two possible reasons for this condition?

lack of enzymes in the small intestine
lack of absorption of water by the large intestine
excess absorption of water by the large intestine
damage to the large intestine
lack of absorption of proteins

Answer 1

Answer:

excess absorption of water by the large intestine.

damage to the large intestine

Explanation:

Constipation is a condition of the digestive process in which one's faeces becomes hard and are difficult to be passed out. As undigested food passes through the large intestine, water is absorbed from the undigested food by the wall of the large intestine. Sometimes, large intestine absorbed too much water from the undigested food causing constipation. It may causes damage to the large intestine. Physical inactivity on an individual can also cause constipation.

Answer 2

Answer:

excess absorption of water by the large intestine.

damage to the large intestine

Explanation: