feces

Feces, commonly known as stool or poop, is the solid waste that the body eliminates after digesting food. It consists mostly of water, undigested food particles, bacteria, cells shed from the intestinal lining, and waste products from the liver. Feces forms in the intestines as muscles push waste toward the rectum, where it is stored until expelled through the anus during a bowel movement. Its appearance, color, and consistency can vary based on diet, health, and hydration. Feces play an essential role in removing waste and maintaining digestive health.