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What is the difference betwen cilia and microvilli ?

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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Cilia vs microvilli: Cilia are tiny hair-like structures such as those in respiratory tract that sweep mucus & foreign particles out. Microvilli are the tiny protrusions of the intestinal membranes that aid in nutrient absorption, secretion, etc. Also found in kidneys to help regulate absorption.

Answered 2/12/2013

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