What Is a Function of the Intestinal Microvilli

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Multiple Choice

What is a function of the intestinal microvilli?

• A)Secretion of bile salts
• B)Secretion of digestive acid
• C)Transport of nutrient molecules
• D)Transport of pancreatic enzymes
• E)Stimulation of peristalsis

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Definitions:

Precipitation

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Glucose

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Bacterium's Resource

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Niche

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