Question

Villi present on the intestinal wall of intestine help in the *

A. emulsification of fats

B. breakdown of proteins

C. absorption of digested food

D. digestion of carbohydrates.

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Answer 1

Villi present in small intestine increase intestinal absorptive surface area providing efficient absorption of nutrients in lumen. Mucosa is an innermost layer of tissues seen in the small intestine and is a mucous membrane that secretes digestive enzymes and hormones.

Answer 2

Answer:

Villi are present on the intestinal wall of the intestine help in the (c) absorption of digested food.

Explanation:

Villi are microscopic finger-like projections on the inside lining of the small intestine.

• These considerably enhance the inner surface area available for processed food absorption.
• A network of thin blood arteries runs across the surface of these villi, allowing glucose and amino acids to enter the bloodstream.
• And fats are transported through lymphatic vessels, which are specialized tubes.
• Fatty acids and glycerol are absorbed by the lacteal, a large lymph vessel.