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The small intestine is considerably longer than the large intestine, but the large intestine is wider in diameter, from which it derives its name.

Yes. It is smaller in diameter than the large intestine but much longer.

The small intestine is longer than the large intestine but it is called small intestine because its diameter is smaller than that of the large intestine.

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