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What is the primary function of the microvilli on the epithelial cells of the villus?
What is the primary function of the microvilli on the epithelial cells of the villus?
Which structure is responsible for transporting absorbed fats away from the digestive system?
Which structure is responsible for transporting absorbed fats away from the digestive system?
What is the role of the liver in digestion?
What is the role of the liver in digestion?
Which structure connects the gallbladder to the duodenum?
Which structure connects the gallbladder to the duodenum?
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What supports the structure of the villus?
What supports the structure of the villus?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver?
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Which vascular structures run along the length of the villus?
Which vascular structures run along the length of the villus?
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What is the function of the microvilli found on the epithelial cells?
What is the function of the microvilli found on the epithelial cells?
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Study Notes
Structure of Mucosal Villi
- Villus: Small, finger-like projections in the small intestine lining, enhancing nutrient absorption.
- Epithelial cells of the villus have microvilli, significantly increasing surface area.
- Contains a network of capillaries that transport absorbed nutrients into the bloodstream.
- Lacteal: Lymphatic vessel within the villus, responsible for fat transport to the bloodstream.
- Arterioles and venules supply blood along the villus, supporting capillary function and lacteal.
- Supported by muscularis mucosa, a layer of smooth muscle providing structural integrity.
Liver and its Associated Structures
- Liver: Multifunctional organ that produces bile, filters blood, and stores nutrients.
- Gallbladder: Stores bile produced by the liver for fat digestion.
- Cystic duct: Connects the gallbladder to the common bile duct.
- Common bile duct: Transports bile to the small intestine, specifically the duodenum.
- Bile's role: Aids in fat digestion by being secreted into the duodenum from the liver through the bile ducts.
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This quiz explores the structure and function of mucosal villi, small projections in the small intestine that play a key role in nutrient absorption. Learn about the components of a villus, including epithelial cells, microvilli, capillaries, and lacteals. Test your understanding of their importance in the digestive process.
