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Small intestine is larger than large intestine.

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution 1. **Understanding the Intestines**: The human digestive system consists of two main types of intestines: the small intestine and the large intestine. 2. **Comparing Diameters**: The diameter of the small intestine is approximately 1 inch, while the diameter of the large intestine is about 3 inches. This indicates that the large intestine is wider in diameter, but that does not determine its overall size. 3. **Comparing Lengths**: When we consider the length of the intestines, the small intestine measures about 22 feet (approximately 7 meters) long. In contrast, the large intestine is significantly shorter, measuring about 5 feet (approximately 1.5 meters) long. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the length comparison, the small intestine is indeed larger than the large intestine. Therefore, the statement "small intestine is larger than large intestine" is true.
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  • Which of the following parts of small intestine opens into large intestine?

    A
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    A
    condyle
    B
    caecum
    C
    coccyx
    D
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