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How does the lymphatic system differ in structure from the veins?

Answer 1

permiability of the lymphatic vessels compared to the blood vessels

I know it sounds like a physiologic difference, but the bonus permeability that the lymphatic system possesses lies in the structure of the lymphatic veins. They have some uni-directional openings that allow them to collect interstitial fluid, including proteins that got out of the blood vessels due to osmotic pressure
( they can't get back in the blood vessels due to their huge molecule size )

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Answer 2

Autumn Anderson

The lymphatic system differs from veins in structure primarily due to the presence of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and lymphoid organs, which are not found in veins. Additionally, lymphatic vessels have thinner walls and more valves compared to veins. The lymphatic system is responsible for transporting lymph, a clear fluid containing white blood cells, whereas veins carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

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