What is the function of the villi in the small intestine?
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To produce digestive enzymes
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To increase surface area for absorption
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To move food along by peristalsis
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To store bile
📝 Detailed explanation
Villi provide a massive increase in surface area, allowing for efficient diffusion and active transport of digested nutrients into the blood.
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