In the gallbladder, simple columnar epithelium is specialized for which process?
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Correct answer: Concentration of bile by water absorption
The columnar cells of the gallbladder have prominent microvilli and lateral interdigitations. These features support the active transport of sodium and subsequent osmotic absorption of water to concentrate stored bile.
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