Lymphatic capillaries
A. filter lymph.
B. concentrate lymph prior to passing it to larger lymphatic vessels.
C. include layers of smooth muscle for peristalsis.
D. cannot be discerned structurally from cardiovascular system capillaries.
E. originate as closed-ended tubes associated with blood capillary networks.
Answer: E
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