The villi and microvilli on the surface of the small intestine
A)secrete bicarbonate.
B)enable the small intestine to stretch.
C)increase the absorptive surface.
D)produce bile salts.
E)help break the food into smaller particles.

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The purpose of the villi and microvilli on the surface of the small intestine is to increase the absorptive surface area. This allows for increased absorption of nutrients from the digested food passing through the small intestine.

The Villi and Microvilli on the Surface of the Small