Match the term to its description.
-Increase the surface area of the small intestine epithelium.
A)flagella
B)cilia
C)microvilli

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Microvilli are small projections on the surface of the small intestine epithelial cells that increase the surface area for absorption of nutrients. Flagella and cilia are structures found on cells for movement, but they do not increase surface area.

Match the Term to Its Description