Microvilli ________ . a. increase the surface area of the stomach b. are the main type of cell in the lining of the small intestine c. project from the surface of cells in the small intestine d. produce bile
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They function to increase the surface area for absorption and secretion. a. Microvilli are not found in the stomach, so this option is incorrect. b. Microvilli are not a type of cell, but rather a structure found on certain cells, so this option is incorrect. c. Show more…
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