Fill in the Blank QuestionFill in the blank question.In the center of the villus is a , which is responsible for absorbing lipids and lipid-soluble vitamins, which are too large to be absorbed by the capillaries.

What structures are used to absorb and conduct nutrients to the blood and lymph vessels in the villi? A. Cilia B. Microvilli C. Goblet cells D. Lumen

Describe the structure of a villus

Villi are small structures that contain tiny blood vessels. Villi have very thin walls. Small nutrient particles can cross the villi's thin walls and move into the blood vessels. These particles are then carried in the blood throughout the body.Which part of the digestive system has villi?The small intestine. The small intestine is where most of the nutrient particles are absorbed into the blood.The stomach. The stomach is where most of the nutrient particles are absorbed into the blood.The mouth. The mouth is where most of the nutrient particles are absorbed into the blood.Submit

Select the option that explains why villi are shaped the way they are.They mash up foodThey move food through the digestive tractThey allow us to taste foodThey increase the surface area of the small intestine for absorption of nutrients

Fats are absorbed by _________________________ part of villi.