Euakryotic Cells - Microvilli Flashcards
1
Q
What are microvilli?
A
Small finger-like extensions of the cell membrane found in certain cells such as in the epithelial cells of the intestine and kidney.
2
Q
What do microvilli do in the stomach?
A
Increase the surface area for absorption of materials.
To get nutrients into body.
3
Q
Where can you only see microvilli?
A
Under the light microscope.
