what is feces
Feces, also spelled faeces, also called excrement, solid bodily waste discharged from the large intestine through the anus during defecation. Feces are normally removed from the body one or two times a day. About 100 to 250 grams (3 to 8 ounces) of feces are excreted by a human adult daily. 1  Normally, feces are made up of 75 percent water and 25 percent solid matter. 2  Many diseases and disorders can affect bowel function and produce abnormalities in the feces.