The three modifications of the small intestine mucosa that greatly increase the surface area available for absorption are ____________________, ____________________, and ____________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


circular folds, villi, microvilli

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What are the products of glycolysis under anaerobic conditions?

A. 2 molecules of pyruvate and 36 molecules of ATP B. 2 molecules of pyruvate, 2 molecules of lactate, and 2 ATP C. 2 molecules of NADH and 2 molecules of water D. 2 molecules of pyruvate, 2 molecules of water, and 2 NADH E. 2 molecules of ATP, 2 molecules of water, and 2 molecules of lactate

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