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Single Describe Structure Capillaries Layer Endothelial Cells Gaps

Front Describe the structure of capillaries.
Back Capillaries:
  • Single layer of endothelial cells with gaps in between
  • Lumen is very small - just enough for erythrocytes to travel in single file line



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