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The epithelial surface area of large intestine is ………….. of the small intestine

The epithelial surface area of large intestine is ………….. of the small intestine

Options

(a) 1/5th
(b) 1/10th
(c) 1/3th
(d) 1/12th

Correct Answer:

1/10th

Explanation:

The absorptive surface area of the small intestine is increased about 600-fold by the valvulae conniventes, villi and microvilli. Large intestine lacks villi and microvilli. Its surface area is 1/10 of small intestine.

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