Question

Q3. Define assimilation. Explain the function of villi.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Assimilation refers to the process through which individuals and groups of differing heritages acquire the basic habits, attitudes, and mode of life of an embracing culture.

The villi of the small intestine project into the intestinal cavity, greatly increasing the surface area for food absorption and adding digestive secretions.

Answer 2

Assimilation:

The absorption and digestion of food or nutrients by the body or any biological system.

Function of Villi:

The villi of the small intestine project into the intestinal cavity, greatly increasing the surface area for food absorption and adding digestive secretions.