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Describe the structure of the interior surface of the small intestine and explain how this structure relates to its function.

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  1. There are villi and microvilli that line the small intestine. This is for increased surface area for the maximum aborbsion by the small intestine. This is also why the small intestine is very long with folds, it also adds to the surface area

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