On a common note, when asked, “What is the difference between the small and large intestine?” what do people usually answer? This question can actually be a bit tricky because the small intestine is not quite small at all. In fact, length wise, the large intestine can barely keep up with the six meters that make up the small intestine. Then why is it called the small intestine? Its name was assigned due to the diameter or width of the intestine. The small intestine can be thought of as narrow tube while the large intestine is much wider and has a larger diameter that can be thought of as a tunnel.
-Nicole Acnam
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