Besides villi, which jejunal structures increase surface area and slow the movement of food?
ACircular folds
BHaustral pouches
CTaeniae coli
DGastric pits
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Circular folds
Circular folds of doubled mucosa encircle the jejunal lumen, adding surface and giving more time for absorption.
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