8,811 human intestine stock photos and images available, or search for human digestive system or digestive system to find more great stock photos and pictures.<\/p>\n

\nPicture of Intestines. The intestines are a long, continuous tube running from the stomach to the anus. Most absorption of nutrients and water happen in the intestines. The intestines include the small intestine, large intestine, and rectum.<\/p>\n

\nThe large intestine (colon or large bowel) is about 5 feet long and about 3 inches in diameter. The colon absorbs water from wastes, creating stool. As stool enters the rectum, nerves there create the urge to defecate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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