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What is the primary function of microvilli in the small intestine?
What is the primary function of microvilli in the small intestine?
- To increase surface area for absorption (correct)
- To secrete digestive enzymes
- To produce hormones
- To lubricate the intestinal wall
What type of cells secrete mucus in the small intestine?
What type of cells secrete mucus in the small intestine?
- Goblet cells (correct)
- Enteroendocrine cells
- Paneth cells
- Absorptive cells
Where does the final level of digestion occur in the small intestine?
Where does the final level of digestion occur in the small intestine?
- In the brush border (correct)
- In the lumen
- In the absorptive cells
- In the pancreas
What type of enzymes break down proteins into smaller polypeptides in the small intestine?
What type of enzymes break down proteins into smaller polypeptides in the small intestine?
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What is the function of bile in the digestion of lipids?
What is the function of bile in the digestion of lipids?
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What is the fate of absorbed lipids in the small intestine?
What is the fate of absorbed lipids in the small intestine?
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