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Microvilli lining a section of the small intestine (jejunum). The lining has a large surface area made up of large, circular folds of epithelium. The epithelium is lined with villi that project outwards from each of the many folds. The villi are lined with a layer of epithelial cells that have microscopic projections (microvilli) that extend into the lumen and form a brush border. The large surface area of the microvilli allows for efficient nutrient absorption. SEM **On Page Credit Required**
