Intestinal lining, Coloured scanning electronmicrograph (SEM) of villi (yellow) from thelining of the small intestine.

Intestinal lining, Coloured scanning electronmicrograph (SEM) of villi (yellow) from thelining of the small intestine. Stock Photo
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3765 x 5000 px | 31.9 x 42.3 cm | 12.6 x 16.7 inches | 300dpi

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andlt;strongandgt;Intestinal lining.andlt;/strongandgt; Coloured scanning electronmicrograph (SEM) of villi (yellow) from thelining of the small intestine. Villi are finger-like projections that increase the surface areaavailable for the absorption of nutrients. Cellswithin the villi produce mucus (orange), aslippery substance that protects the lining andeases the passage of food along the intestines.