Where is the brush-bordered epithelium found?

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(C) The brush-bordered epithelium is characterized by the presence of microvilli on the free surface of the epithelial cells. These microvilli signifi

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Small intestine

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(C) The brush-bordered epithelium is characterized by the presence of microvilli on the free surface of the epithelial cells. These microvilli significantly increase the surface area for absorption. This type of epithelium is primarily found in the lining of the small intestine,where it facilitates the absorption of nutrients. In contrast,the trachea has ciliated epithelium,the stomach has glandular/columnar epithelium,and the Fallopian tube has ciliated epithelium.

Column-$I$ (Epithelial tissue)	Column-$II$ (Location)
$A.$ Cuboidal	$I.$ Epidermis of skin
$B.$ Ciliated	$II.$ Inner lining of blood vessels
$C.$ Columnar	$III.$ Inner surface of gall bladder
$D.$ Squamous	$IV.$ Inner lining of fallopian tube
$E.$ Keratinized squamous	$V.$ Lining of pancreatic duct

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