Choose the most correct statement concerning capillaries.

A. Networks of capillaries are called capillary nets.
B. Precapillary sphincters contract to increase capillary flow.
C. Almost all capillaries are open at the same time.
D. The walls of capillaries contain smooth muscle.
E. The site of nutrients, gas exchange, and waste exchange is the capillaries.


Answer: E

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