Which cytoskeletal component is most responsible for the structure of microvilli in the intestinal epithelium?
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Correct answer: Microfilaments
The core of each intestinal microvillus is a bundle of parallel actin microfilaments cross-linked by villin and fimbrin. This rigid actin bundle extends from the tip of the microvillus down into the terminal web, providing structural support for nutrient absorption.
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