Circular folds, the largest folds of the intestinal wall, direct chyme in a spiral path. This increases contact with the mucosa, promoting better mixing and absorption.
Los pliegues circulares, los pliegues más grandes de la pared intestinal, dirigen el quimo en una ruta en espiral. Esto aumenta el contacto con la mucosa, promoviendo una mejor mezcla y absorción.
| Text | •Circular folds: largest folds of intestinal wall –Cause chyme to flow in spiral path –Cause more contact with mucosa –Promotes thorough mixing and better absorption |
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