NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
finger-like projections in the small intestine that absorb nutrients
A
digestion
B
absorption
C
peristalsis
D
villi
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: -The surface of the small intestine has a finger-like microscale villus structure, which provides a large surface area to realize efficient digestion and absorption.

Detailed explanation-3: -The small intestine Nutrients are absorbed from the ileum, which is lined with millions of finger-like projections called villi.

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