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How long are your intestines?
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Very long...: Small intestine approximately 20 feet, and large intestine or colon about 5 feet.
Answered 6/27/2016
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Total 25 - 28 Feet: The small intestine is 20-23 feet long, while the large intestine is approximately 5 feet long. In total, the small and large intestine are 25 - 28 feet in length.
Answered 1/29/2019
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