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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question
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Villi and microvilli in the small intestine increase:
Options
A Enzyme secretion
B Surface area for absorption
Correct Answer
C Peristalsis
D Acid production
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Villi and microvilli in the small intestine dramatically increase the surface area for absorption, allowing efficient uptake of nutrients into the bloodstream.

Hint

These finger-like projections greatly expand the absorptive surface.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1894 of 2214
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