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How is the structures of capillaries related to their function?
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∙ 9y ago
Capillaries have a small diameter so they can easily fit between cells. Tis feature also increases oxygen diffusion from red blood cells. Their walls have only one later of cells and this enables substances to diffuse quickly as well. The presence of pores in capillaries increase their permeability and their extensive branching increases the surface area for material exchange.
Karina Ernser
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∙ 14y agoSince they are numerous, they have a large surface area. Their walls are very thin (one cell layer), making it easy for oxygen and carbon dioxide to diffuse through them.
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