Describe the Processes That Occur in the Small Intestine

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Essay

Describe the processes that occur in the small intestine.

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Definitions:

Parenchyma Cells

Fundamental plant tissue composed of thin-walled living cells that function in photosynthesis, storage, and as the tissue repair and regeneration mechanism.

Secondary Growth

Growth that results in an increase in girth or thickness of plants, particularly in woody plants.

Primary Xylem

The portion of the xylem that is formed during the primary growth of plants, responsible for the transport of water and nutrients from the roots.

Lateral Meristems

A type of plant tissue found in the stems and roots of plants, responsible for growth in diameter or thickness.