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Fleur
Jul 8, 2017

The small intestine is responsible for the absorption of nutrients from food. Villi (and microvilli) are projections found in the lining of the small intestine; they increase the surface area of the small intestine to maximize nutrient absorption. If there were no villi, nutrient absorption would still occur, although it would not be as quick and efficient.

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