Assertion: small intestine | /r/Synonym | the mucosa
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text: When it comes to digestion, the lining of the small intestine (called the mucosa) is highly specialized to enable the maximum level of nutrient absorption.﻿﻿ Intestinal mucosa is comprised of villi as well as cells that produce chemicals that help digestion and produce hormones that help to control the digestive process of the small intestine, pancreas, and gallbladder.