The Villi That Line the Wall of the Small Intestines

question 41

Multiple Choice

The villi that line the wall of the small intestines serve to _____.

• A) increase the surface area of the small intestines
• B) increase absorption of nutrients by the small intestines
• C) slow the movement of chyme into the large intestines
• D) increase the surface area and absorption of nutrients by the small intestines
• E) increase the surface area and slow the movement of chyme into the large intestines

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Definitions:

Wind

Movement of air relative to Earth’s surface.

Angular Clasts

Rock fragments that have sharp edges and points, indicating they have not been significantly transported from their source.

Well Sorted

In sedimentology, "well sorted" describes sedimentary particles that are of a uniform size, indicating a consistent depositional or geological process.

Cobbles

Rounded or semi-rounded rocks ranging in size, generally used in paving or construction.