ANATOMY
GASTRO INTESTINAL
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Which one of the following is NOT a modification (which is designed to increase surface area for absorption) within the small intestine:
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villi
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microvilli
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Peyer’s patch
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circular folds
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The lining of the small intestinal mucosa is very highly specialized for maximizing digestion and absorption of nutrients. The lining is highly folded to form microscopic finger-like projections called villi which increase the surface area to help with absorption.
Detailed explanation-2: -So, the correct answer is ‘Bruner’s glands’.
Detailed explanation-3: -1) Rugae does not increase the surface area of small intestine as they are found in stomach.
Detailed explanation-4: -What are the four structural modifications of the small intestine to increase surface area for absorption? Long length, circular folds, villi and microvilli.
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