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Why are finger like projections present in the inner lining of small intestine? What are they called? Write their function.


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  1. In the inner lining of small intestine, many small, finger-like projections are present called villi.
  2. Each villi has higher blood circulation.
  3. Villi increase the surface area of small intestine and higher blood circulation increase the absorption of nutrients from the food.

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