How is ileum modified for the absorption of food?

1 Answer
May 8, 2018

Large surface area due to villi

Explanation:

The ileum has a large surface area and has villi, and more microvilli, to further increase the surface area of the organ. It is also thin. These two features allow for maximum absorption, as particles can easily pass through the thin surface, and more particles are absorbed per area, due to the large surface area of the ileum.

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