What is the name for fingerlike projections that protrude from the absorptive mucosal cells of the small intestine into the lume

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Helga [31]

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What is the name for fingerlike projections that protrude from the absorptive mucosal cells of the small intestine into the lume

n of the GI tract?

Biology

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allsm [11] · Answer 1 · 2022-05-29T06:14:25+03:00

Answer:

Villi

Explanation:

In the small intestine, villi are found present. These villi which appear like a finger-like tissue structure are about 0.5–1.6mm in length in human beings.They have mucosal cells that help in absorption of nutrients. A villus has several microvilli, which increases the surface area of the intestinal wall for faster absorption of nutrients.