The Microvilli of Intestinal Cells

Multiple Choice

The microvilli of intestinal cells

A) increase the ability of the intestine to move nutrients through the intestinal tract.
B) slow down the movement of nutrients through the intestinal tract.
C) increase the surface area of the cells to allow increased uptake of nutrients from the intestinal tract.
D) decrease the surface area of the cells relative to their volume to prevent loss of nutrients back into the intestinal tract.
E) increase the movement of nutrients once they are inside cells and into the bloodstream.