The finger-like projections of the mucosa lining the small intestine are called ________.
A) papillae
B) mesentery
C) villi
D) rugae

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The finger-like projections of the mucosa lining the small intestine are called villi. Papillae are the small bumps on the tongue that help with taste sensation. Mesentery is a fold of the peritoneum that attaches the small intestine to the posterior abdominal wall. Rugae are folds in the stomach lining that allow it to stretch when food is consumed.

The Finger-Like Projections of the Mucosa Lining the Small Intestine