ICSE Class 9 Answered
How is ileum adapted for the absorption of digested food?
Asked by Topperlearning User | 04 Jun, 2014, 01:23: PM
Expert Answer
Adaptations of ileum for the absorption of digested food:
- Very long to provide more surface area for absorption
- Presence of large number of villi to further increase the surface area
- Single-cell epithelium
- Narrow lumen for slow movement of food allowing absorption
Answered by | 04 Jun, 2014, 03:23: PM
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