3 Questions
What is the total cross-sectional surface area of capillaries compared to the aorta?
800 times more
What percentage of blood vessels in the body are capillaries?
90%
What is the main characteristic of capillaries?
Small diameter
Test your knowledge on the structure and function of capillaries with this quiz! Learn about the characteristics of these simple tubes with thin walls that make up over 90% of all blood vessels in the body. Discover the abundant anastomoses that characterize capillaries and their impressive total cross-sectional surface area. Get ready to dive into the world of cardio phys with this informative quiz!
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