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If the structure (such as the lens and cornea of the eye) contains no blood vessels (that is avascular), is it likely to be very thick why or why not?
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Without blood flow the only way that nutrients can get to the tissue is by diffusion.  Most avascular tissues are relatively thin to aid in the process of diffusion.  
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