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4. Explore the small intestine and adaptation

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Understand the structure and function of the small intestine

Analyse how the small intestine is adapted for its role in digestion

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absorption

a condition in which something takes in another substance

synthesis

to bring together

villi

tiny, finger-like structures in the small intestine

small intestine

a hollow tube about 20 feet long that runs from the stomach to the beginning of the large intestine

adaption

a special skill which helps an animal to survive and do everything it needs to do

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Handout: Handout of the small intestine to label its parts

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