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Because it takes time to absorb food.
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Why the large intestine is called the large intestine?
the small intestine is called so because of its thickness not length . therefore the large intestine is called so because it is fat.
What is the advantage of the small intestine being so long?
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What is the longest section of the digestive system?
the large intestine is 1.5 meters long, while the small intestine can be from 4-7 meters long. Though it is called the small intestine, it is actually the longest part of the digestive tract.
If the small intestine is about seven meters long and the large intestine is about two meters long why aren't the names switched?
The names are based on their girth or thickness/width; the long intestine is much wider than the small intestine.the large intestine is much wide as compared to the small intestine, so i think it is not based on its length but the thickness. plus the large intestine leads to the anus and is less convoluted as the small intestine.
Is the small intestine on a frog short or long?
The small intestine is about 7 meters long.
What is the 5-7 foot long muscular tube that connects the small intestine to the rectum?
The large intestine connects the small intestine to the rectum. While it's shorter than the small intestine, it is wider, and so it is called "large."
How long can small and large intestine go if seen together?
HOW LONG IS AN ADULTS SMALL INTESTINE?
How long is an adult and small intestine?
An adult small intestine is close to 22 feet long.
How long is the small intestine vs the long intestine?
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Why does the small instestine need to be so long?
The small intestine has to be long so that it can fully absorb all of the nutrients in the chyme (digested food).
About how big around and long is your small intestine?
Small intestine about 7'/2 inches to 2 inches. Large intestine is about 3 or 4 inches.
Why is the small intestine of a pig so long?
The small intestine of the sheep is so long because of their diet. They eat mainly grass, which is mainly comprised of fiber and cellulose making it difficult for digestion. The extra length helps with the longer time it takes to digest.
