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The internal surface of the small intestine is covered with finger like projections called .

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villi
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capillaries
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epithelia
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buds
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Solution

The correct option is A villi
<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Villi are tiny hair like structures on the inner surface of the small intestine. They help to increase the surface area for better absorption of nutrients from the food.

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