Rugae, plicae, and villi are all features that accomplish
A) secretion of hormones.
B) immune function.
C) an increase in surface area.
D) mechanical digestion.
E) secretion of enzymes.
C) an increase in surface area.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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What will be an ideal response?
Carpal tunnel pressure is sometimes relieved by surgically excising part or all of which structure?
A. Flexor retinaculum B. Extensor aponeurosis C. Palmar aponeurosis D. Median nerve E. Extensor retinaculum