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The intestinal lining is where the absorption of nutrients from food takes place. In order to be efficient the intestinal lining needs as large a surface area as possible and this can be done by folding (for an example, get a piece of paper and fold it up into a concertina, this is the same surface area but reduced length, exactly what happens in the intestinal wall)
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Villi microvilli and the folds all function what?
Villi, microvilli, and folds in the intestinal lining function to increase the surface area for absorption of nutrients. Villi are finger-like projections that extend into the lumen of the intestine, while microvilli are even smaller projections on the epithelial cells of the villi. Together, they enhance the efficiency of nutrient absorption, allowing for a greater uptake of vitamins, minerals, and other essential substances into the bloodstream. This structural adaptation is crucial for effective digestion and nutrient absorption.
Why does intestinal tissue has so many projections?
isn't the many folds in the the intestines along with the villi and microvilli all there to increase the surface area of the intestines? which would increase the absorption of nutrients into the bloodstream or lymph vessels?
What are the inner folds of the stomach called?
The leftover of your lunch ;D The stomach, as an organ, doesn't have a term to refer to the inside of it, as far as I know. In conversation, 'the inside of the stomach' will usually suffice in describing the inside of the stomach. Hardly detailed, but meh.
What folds in a brochure that all run in the same direction?
Parallel folds
Do all Scottish Folds have folded ears?
All Scottish Folds have folded ears due to a genetic mutation.
What is the all purpose opening at the back end of the frog known as?
The Cloaca is the common chamber and outlet into which the intestinal, urinary, and genital tracts open.
Can you get DNA from a stool sample?
Yes, DNA can be extracted from a stool sample. The DNA found in stool samples primarily comes from shedded intestinal cells and gut microorganisms. This DNA can be used for various diagnostic and research purposes.
Identify features that all types of folds share and features that only some types of folds have?
It results in fractures, joints and faults, features that you will have the ... shapes of folds, but most can be classified into three basic types. ... see shortly, plunging folds do not share this characteristic.
What are the 3 folds in black magic?
It is a law of magic that states that all things done with magic shall return to the caster three folds.
Why do mothers fart?
All humans have intestinal gas.
Does all Tignanello lining have the logo in it?
NO
What is the membrane covering the surface of the stomaach is?
parietal peritoneum
