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Paper 4 structured question: Absorption

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Absorption

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Paper 4Theory (Extended)2 marks

The small intestine contains villi which have capillaries and lacteals inside them.

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Diagram of a villus

A diagram shows a villus with labelled capillaries and a lacteal inside it.

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    Describe the function of lacteals in the villi.

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Paper 4 structured question: Absorption

Paper 4Theory (Extended)2 marks

Diagram Description

Diagram of a villus

A diagram shows a villus with labelled capillaries and a lacteal inside it.

  1. a

    Describe the function of capillaries in the villi.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]