What Purpose Is Served by the Numerous Folds and Millions

question 6

Multiple Choice

What purpose is served by the numerous folds and millions of microscopic projections in the jejunum?

• A) They increase peristalsis to allow for better movement through the intestine.
• B) They increase the surface area to allow for greater absorption.
• C) They secrete bile to facilitate digestion.
• D) They release substances to neutralize stomach acid.

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