THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

DUODENUM JEJUNUM AND ILEUM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which structure does not aide with absorption in the small intestines?
A
villi
B
plicae
C
rugae
D
lacteal
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The middle part of your small intestine is the jejunum. 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.

Detailed explanation-2: -A purpose of the gastric rugae is to allow for expansion of the stomach after the consumption of foods and liquids. This expansion increases the volume of the stomach to hold larger amounts of food. The folds also result in greater surface area, allowing the stomach to absorb nutrients more quickly.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: The region or organ of the digestive system in which rugae are found is the stomach lining. The gastric rugae are folds within the stomach lining that will stretch and allow for stomach expansion when filled with food.

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