Melting point: Melting point, temperature at which the solid and liquid forms of a pure substance can exist in equilibrium. As heat is applied to a solid, its temperature will increase until the melting point is reached. More heat then will convert the solid into a liquid with no temperature change.
Overall, in humans, the large intestine is about 1.5 metres (5 ft) long, which is about one-fifth of the whole length of the gastrointestinal tract.
A: anatomy of the colon; B: anatomy of the rectum. The entire large intestine is approximately five to six feet in length, with a diameter that varies from one to two inches. It is the site of salt and water absorption.