Absorption Process

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‘finger-like folds in the surface of the small intestine’

(Singular – villus)

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2. Thin Wall

Each villus has an extremely

thin wall

-only one cell thick

-rapid absorption

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Good Blood Supply

Each villus is supplied with blood vessels to receive the absorbed foods

-glucose/amino acids/vitamins/minerals are absorbed into blood capillaries

-products of fat digestion absorbed into lacteal

Now complete the ‘Notes’!!