Chapter 15.10, Problem 44P

Summary Introduction

To distinguish: The differences between the structure of the small intestine and large intestine.

Introduction: The large intestine forms the end portion of the digestive tract as well as the digestive system. It measures about 1.5 meters in length and its diameter is larger than the smaller intestine, hence it is named so. It is also called the large bowel. The small intestine is also called the small bowel. It is a site in which most of the absorption of minerals and nutrient takes place after the digestion process.