Specializations of the Small Intestine That Increase Its Surface Area

question 22

Multiple Choice

Specializations of the small intestine that increase its surface area for maximal absorption of nutrients include all the following except _________.

• A)microvilli
• B)circular folds
• C)villi
• D)Peyer's patches

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Definitions:

Opaque Areas

Sections or aspects of something that are not transparent or easily understood, often requiring further clarification or investigation.

Cataracts

A medical condition where the lens of the eye becomes progressively opaque, resulting in blurred vision and, if untreated, blindness.

Macular Degeneration

A medical condition that leads to vision loss, specifically in the macula portion of the retina, typically affecting older adults.

Visual Impairment

A condition characterized by the partial or complete loss of vision, which cannot be corrected with standard eyeglasses or contact lenses.