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The absorptive surface of the small intestine is greater than that of other human digestive organs of its length and the presence of?
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The absorptive surface of the small intestine is greater than that other human digestive organs because of its length and the presence of?
Villi
Is the large intestine the largest organ in the digestive tract?
No, the largest organ in the digestive tract is small intestine but the largest intestine is called large intestine because its diameter is greater than small intestine while the widest part of digestive tract is stomach.
How does folding the small intestine help to speed up absorption?
Folding the small intestine into numerous finger-like projections called villi increases the surface area available for absorption. This allows for more contact between nutrients and the absorptive cells, speeding up the process of absorption into the bloodstream. Additionally, the presence of microvilli on the surface of the absorptive cells further enhances absorption efficiency.
Mention two structural features of small intestine which add to the absorptive capacity?
The presence of villi, which are finger-like projections that increase the surface area for absorption, and microvilli, which are tiny projections on the surface of the villi, further increase the absorptive capacity of the small intestine by providing a large surface area for nutrient absorption.
What organs are in the digestive system of a cheetah?
A cheetah (as with most other carnivores) has an enlarged stomach that represents more than half of its alimentary canal. This is because it is required to eat greater amounts of food compared to other animals.
Why is the large intestine called the large intestine when it is shorter than the small intestine?
The diameter of the large intestine is greater than that of the small intestine.
For what purpose is the small intestine larger than the large intestine?
To allow a greater surface area for nutrient absorption.
What is the another name of Intestines?
The Colon
What organ covers the digestive organs of the cat?
Greater Omentum
Why does the cell from the inner lining of the intestine has the folded mebrance?
The inner lining of the intestine has folds in it so as to increase the surface are. This greater aids in the absorption of nutrients from the gut. The larger the surface area, the greater the rate of absorption.
What is the colon known as?
Colon is bin defined as the greater part of the large intestine
Apron like structure which hangs form the greater curvature of the stomach and covers the anterior surface of the small intestine?
Greater Omentum
