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The finger-like projections found on the surface of the small intestine are known as ___________.
The finger-like projections found on the surface of the small intestine are known as ___________.
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The correct option is C Villi
The finger-like projections found on the surface of the small intestine is known as villi. Villi increases the surface area of the small intestine to absorb the nutrients. Each villus is approximately 0.5-1.6 mm in length. Villi also help the intestines to move food along the digestive pathways.
Villi
The finger-like projections found on the surface of the small intestine is known as villi. Villi increases the surface area of the small intestine to absorb the nutrients. Each villus is approximately 0.5-1.6 mm in length. Villi also help the intestines to move food along the digestive pathways.
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