To determine: The reason why the circular folds are much more numerous in the duodenum and least numerous in the ileum.
Concept introduction: The
To determine: The reason how does the abundance of circular folds relate to the main functions of the duodenum.
Concept introduction: The digestive system consists of a collection of organs that help in the digestion of food materials and converting them into basic energy rich molecules for supplying it to the entire body. Several organs are involved in the digestive system, which start from the mouth and end at the anus.
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