Question

The given figure shows a part of digestive system. Identify it and select its main function.

• A. Gall bladder: Carries the digested food to all parts of the body.
• B. Part of the pancreas: Produces digestive juices to digest the food in the small intestine.
• C. Villus: Makes a large surface area for the effective absorption of digested food.
• D. Oesophagus: Helps the movement of undigested food into the large intestine.

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Villus: Makes a large surface area for the effective absorption of digested food.

The given figure is of villi of intestine. Villus are minute finger-like projections present on the lining of the small intestine. They have thin wall. They makes a large surface area which helps in effective absorption of nutrients.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.