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How many cells thick is the
lining of the small
intestines?

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One cell layer thick
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Answer:

One cell layer

Step-by-step explanation:

You can see that this type of epithelium, which is lining the lumen of the jejunum of the small intestine, is a simple epithelium. It is only one cell layer thick and columnar, as the cells are rather tall.

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