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Question
Describe one way in which the small intestine is adapted for the absorption of digested food.
Solution
Small intestine has many tiny finger like projections in their inner walls, which are called villi. These increase the surface area for rapid absorption of the digested food, making the small intestine well-adapted for absorption.
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