Capillaries in the Human Body

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What is the diameter of a capillary?

5 to 10 micrometres

What is the composition of a capillary?

Tunica intima, consisting of a thin wall of simple squamous endothelial cells

What substances are exchanged in capillaries?

Water, oxygen, carbon dioxide, urea, glucose, uric acid, lactic acid, creatinine

What is the etymology of the word 'capillary'?

<p>Latin word 'capillaris', meaning 'of or resembling hair'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of lymph capillaries?

<p>Connect with larger lymph vessels to drain lymphatic fluid collected in microcirculation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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