Please Answer all parts thank you! 1) Explain how the following structural features are linked to the...

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1) Explain how the following structural features are linked tothe primary digestive function of each region of the smallintestine:

a. duodenal gland in the duodenum

b. prominent intestinal villi in the jejunum

c. aggregated lymphoid nodules in the ileum

2) The intestinal villi and brush border(microvilli),common inthe small intestine, are absent in the large intestine. What doesthis absence tell you about the digestive function of the largeintestine.

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Answer 1a duodenum glands is also called as Brunners glands It is found in the duodenum above the hepatopancreatic sphinctor It secretes mucus rich alkaline scretions that is bicarbonates in order to protect duodenum from acidic content of chyme which is introduced    See Answer
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