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Q.

State true or false.


Is the small intestine specialized for absorption?


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a

True

b

False 

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

The above given statement is correct.
Concept- The small intestine’s mucosa is lined by finger-like projections called villi. These are specialized for maximization of absorption of nutrients and increase the surface area that helps in absorption. Water and digested nutrients are absorbed by the walls of the small intestine into our bloodstream.
Food get digested in the small intestine. Blood absorbs digested food through the wall of small intestine. Small intestine’s walls also release juices that are helpful in the digestion process.
Therefore, it has been correctly stated.
Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.
 
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State true or false.Is the small intestine specialized for absorption?