Practice Practical Exam: Epithelia   

 

Question 13

What surface specialization on this epithelium increases surface area for absorption across
the apical surface?   Pass your pointer over the photograph for the answer.   Identify

this structure.  If you find the correct area containing the surface specialization,
click on it to see an electron microscopic view.

 

 

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brush border; microvilli