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Which of the Following Statements Is Accurate

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Which of the following statements is accurate?


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Celiac Disease

An autoimmune disorder where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine, impairing nutrient absorption.

Villi

Small finger-like projections that line the intestine, increasing its surface area for absorption of nutrients from digested food.

Lingual Lipase

An enzyme secreted by the glands in the tongue that begins the digestion of lipids (fats) in the mouth.

Olfactory Epithelium

Epithelium of the olfactory recess containing olfactory receptors.

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