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.
The large intestine takes about 32 hours to finish up the remaining processes of the digestive system. Food is no longer broken down at this stage of digestion.The large intestine simply absorbs vitamins that are created by the bacteria inhabiting the colon.he large intestine takes about 32 hours to finish up the remaining processes of the digestive system. Food is no longer broken down at this stage of digestion.