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Structures present in the small intestine that increase the surface area for absorption are termed as ________ .
Options:
A .  cillia
B .  villi
C .  linings
D .  hair    
Answer: Option B
:
B
Villi arehair-like structures present on the surface of the small intestine. Theyincrease thesurface area for absorption of nutrients.90% of the digestion and absorption of food occurs in the small intestine andthe rest takes place in the stomach and largeintestine.

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