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| Word | Clue |
|---|---|
| 10 letters | tiny, microscopic, bristle-like projections of upper surface of mucosal epithelial cells; significantly amplify surface area of epithelial cells, thus enhancing nutrient absorption |
| 11 letters | varicosities of veins in anal canal; result from straining to defecate or deliver a baby |
| 5 letters | about 1mm high; finger-like projections of small intestine mucosa; give it velvety appearance/feel; covered w/ layer of simple columnar epithelium; core is made of lamina propria; each contains network of blood capillaries and lymphatic capillary/lacteal |
| 11 letters | abnormal protrusions/outward herniations of mucosa through colon wall caused by greater exertion of pressure due to lack of fiber in diet; can result in diverticulosis or diverticulitis if inflamed or infected |
| 6 letters | subdivision of large intestine; extends straight down through the posterior pelvic cavity to anal canal |
| 5 letters | includes ascending, transverse, descending, and sigmoid portions |
| 5 letters | terminal (distal) and longest portion of small intestine; makes up inferior right coils of small intestine; joined to cecum of large intestine at ileocecal valve |
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