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The Intestines: The intestines include the small intestine, which absorbs nutrients, and the large intestine (colon), which reabsorbs water and forms feces.

Lower Intestine: The lower intestine, or large intestine, includes the colon, rectum, and anal canal, responsible for absorbing water and electrolytes and forming solid waste for elimination.

Intestines Image: An intestines image outlines the small intestine’s coiled structure for nutrient absorption and the large intestine’s broader path for waste elimination.

Intestine Length: The small intestine is about 20 feet long, while the large intestine measures around 5 feet, together aiding in digestion, absorption, and waste elimination.