NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
This occurs in the small intestine.
A
Mechanical Breakdown
B
Chemical Breakdown
C
Nutrient Absorption
D
Water Absorption/ Solid Waste Production
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The jejunum absorbs most of your nutrients: carbohydrates, fats, minerals, proteins, and vitamins. The lowest part of your small intestine is the ileum. This is where the final parts of digestive absorption take place. The ileum absorbs bile acids, fluid, and vitamin B-12.

Detailed explanation-2: -In the small intestine, absorption occurs through the lumenal face of the mucosa, which is covered with finger-like projections called villi. Each villus is bordered by several pouches or invaginations called crypts. On the average, each villus is surrounded by eight crypts.

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