Lymphatic vessels are like veins in that both
A) have nodes where they join larger common vessels.
B) carry blood under low pressure.
C) move their fluids by contraction of small muscular bands.
D) have valves.
E) empty into the heart.

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Lymphatic vessels, like veins, have one-way valves to prevent backflow of fluids. Choices A and E are incorrect because lymphatic vessels have lymph nodes and do not empty into the heart. Choice B is incorrect because lymphatic vessels carry lymph, not blood. Choice C is incorrect because lymphatic vessels do not have muscular bands that contract to move fluids.

Lymphatic Vessels Are Like Veins in That Both