The Structural Features of the Small Intestine That Enable the Absorption

question 46

Multiple Choice

The structural features of the small intestine that enable the absorption of nutrients are the

• A)microvilli.
• B)appendix.
• C)rugae.
• D)capillary beds.

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Definitions:

Hemoglobin

Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells responsible for transporting oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and returning carbon dioxide from the body to the lungs for exhalation.

Equilibrium

Equilibrium refers to a state of balance between opposing forces or actions, such as in chemical reactions reaching a state where forward and backward reaction rates are equal.

Oxygen Concentration

The amount of oxygen present in a given environment or substance, typically measured in percentages or parts per million (ppm).

Active Animal

Refers to animals that display high levels of movement or physical activity, often in search of food, mates, or as a means of avoiding predators.