COMLEX Osteopathic Medicine

Category - Respir./Circul

Which of the following are responsible for direct gas exchange with the alveoli?
  1. Veins
  2. Arteries
  3. Capillaries
  4. None of the above
Explanation
Answer - C - The smallest and thinnest part of the circulation system is the capillaries. The thin nature of capillaries allows the gas exchange with alveoli to occur.
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