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the plasma membrane of cells lining the small intestine has _, which are specialized for absorption of nutrients. multiple choice microvilli a glycocalyx cilia flagella dynein arms
Microvilli are tiny, finger - like projections on the plasma membrane of small intestine cells that increase surface area for nutrient absorption. A glycocalyx is a carbohydrate - rich coating on the cell surface with other functions. Cilia and flagella are for movement. Dynein arms are part of cilia/flagella motor structures.
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A. microvilli