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4 The finger-like structure in the wall

of the small intestine through which
food is absorbed into the blood-
stream is called
A duodenum.
B bile duct
C villus.
D pancreas.
E ileum.​

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Step-by-step explanation:-

Villus, plurally called villi, in anatomy any of the small, slender, vascular projections that increase the surface area of a membrane. Important villous membranes include the placenta and the mucous-membrane coating of the small intestine.

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Answer:

...................C

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