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The function of villi in the intestine i...

The function of villi in the intestine is

A

Absorption of food

B

Increase in the absorptive surface of food

C

Control of intestinal movement

D

Hindrance in the movement of food

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The correct Answer is:
B

Villi help to increase the surface area for the absorption of food in small intestine (mucosal layer).
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