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The function of villi in the intestine is

A
Digestion of food
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To increase the absorption efficieny of nutrients
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Control of intestinal movement
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Hindrance in the movement of food
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Solution

The correct option is B To increase the absorption efficieny of nutrients
The villi and microvilli, with many folds, present on the lining of the small intestine, increase the surface area of the intestine for more absorption of the nutrients.
Thus, the correct answer is option B.

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