Another name for the large intestine is the “colon.” The colon is a crucial part of the digestive system in humans and many other animals. It follows the small intestine in the digestive tract and plays a significant role in the absorption of water and electrolytes from undigested food, the formation and storage of feces, and the elimination of waste products from the body. The colon is further divided into several sections, including the ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, and sigmoid colon, each with specific functions in the digestive process.