Biology - Mixed exam Questions

Question 1

explain the advantaged of microvilli in the absorption of digested food molecules

Answer 1

• helps increase the surface of each cell
• the cell then can absorb more nutrients

Question 1

Describe 2 features of the villi, that help the small intestine to function efficiently …

Answer 1

1. Thin wall
   - 1 cell thick
   which enables shorter diffusion path