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Q6) Functional units of food absorption are... [ CPMT 1992 ]

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Villi, the singular of which is villus, are finger-like projections in the small intestine that help absorb food more efficiently in the body. Peyer's patches form an important part of the immune system by monitoring intestinal bacteria populations and preventing the growth of pathogenic bacteria in the intestines.
Answer : (a)