Why is it beneficial for capillary pressure to be very low?
A) It is beneficial for capillary pressure to be low so that the valves are not damaged.
B) It is beneficial for capillary pressure to be low to allow time for diffusion between the blood and the surrounding interstitial fluid.
C) It is beneficial for capillary pressure to be low to maintain peripheral resistance.
D) It is beneficial for capillary pressure to be low because it helps speed up the flow of blood into the venous system.
E) It is beneficial for capillary pressure to be low so that blood doesn't stay in the peripheral circulation too long before returning to the lungs.
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