Epithelial Cells That are Adapted for Absorption Usually Have ________

Question

Epithelial cells that are adapted for absorption usually have ________ at their free surface.
A) mitochondria
B) cilia
C) microvilli
D) junctional complexes
E) Golgi complexes

Accepted Answer

Microvilli are small finger-like projections that increase the surface area of the cell, thus enhancing the cell's ability to absorb nutrients or other substances.