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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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What is the structure of capillary walls?
Options
A Thick with elastic fibers
B Single layer of endothelium
Correct Answer
C Multiple layers of muscle
D No cellular structure
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Capillary walls are composed of a single layer of thin endothelium, which allows for efficient diffusion of gases and small molecules between blood and tissues.

Hint

This single-cell-thick structure facilitates exchange.

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