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List the features of the small intestine which increase its surface area. Why is this an advantage to the animal concerned?

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The main function of the small intestine is to absorb nutrients from the food that is being digested. The microvilli present on the free surface of small intestine tremendously increase its surface area that improves the efficiency of absorption.

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