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Explain why capillaries form dense networks in tissues with a high metabolic rate

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A high metabolic rate means that the cells in the tissue will needs a high rate of gas exchange as the cells will be producing a high amount of CO2 during production of energy. The dense network of capillaries ensure that the cells are adequately provided with oxygen.

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