The Wall Structure of Lymphatics and the Flow of Lymph

Question

The wall structure of lymphatics and the flow of lymph through them are comparable to those of
A)elastic arteries.
B)arterioles.
C)the vena cava.
D)veins.
E)muscular arteries.

Accepted Answer

The wall structure of lymphatics and the flow of lymph through them are comparable to veins. Like veins, lymphatics have thin walls, valves to prevent backflow, and rely on surrounding muscles to help move lymph.