Mass Transport In Animals Flashcards by Sana Siddiqee (Student) | Brainscape

Q

structure of capillaries related to their function

A

thin endothelium/walls (one cell thick) so there is a short diffusion pathway
narrow lumen so more time available for diffusion of molecules In and out of the blood
Gaps between cells so allows movement of fluid out of the vessel

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