The tiny branching capillaries unite into a common branch called the ___.

venule

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arteriole

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veins

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arteries

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The correct option is A
venule

The branching capillaries unite themselves into a common branch called the venule. Several venules join to form larger veins. Venules are generally larger than the arterioles and have a weak membranous wall.

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The tiny branching capillaries unite into a common branch called the ___.

The correct option is A venule The branching capillaries unite themselves into a common branch called the venule. Several venules join to form larger veins. Venules are generally larger than the arterioles and have a weak membranous wall.

The correct option is A
venule

The branching capillaries unite themselves into a common branch called the venule. Several venules join to form larger veins. Venules are generally larger than the arterioles and have a weak membranous wall.