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Why do villi contain muscle fibers?

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Why do villi contain muscle fibers?.

  1. A.To help move the villus and improve absorption
  2. B.To produce digestive enzymes
  3. C.To protect the villus
  4. D.To store nutrients

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Diagram of a villus

A diagram shows a finger-like projection labeled as a villus. The outer layer is thin and covered with epithelial cells. Inside the villus are blood capillaries, a lacteal (lymph vessel), and muscle fibers.

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    Describe the structure of a villus.

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