Which microscopic vessel enables nutrients and oxygen to pass into the surrounding tissues?
A) Aorta
B) Vein
C) Capillary
D) Artery
E) Venule

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Capillaries are the smallest blood vessels that link arteries and veins. They have a thin wall, which allows for the easy and efficient exchange of nutrients, oxygen, and carbon dioxide with the surrounding tissues. The aorta, vein, artery, and venule are all larger blood vessels that do not act as passageways for the diffusion of substances into the tissues.

Which Microscopic Vessel Enables Nutrients and Oxygen to Pass into the Surrounding