The functional unit for absorption of digested food is:

Crypts of Lieberkuhn

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Peyer's Patches

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Villi

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Brunner's gland

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Solution

The correct option is C Villi
The lining of the small intestine is provided with many folds. These folds have finger-like projections called villi. These increase the surface area of the small intestine for more absorption of the nutrients from the digested food.
So, the correct answer is option C.

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