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Which type of circulation serves the needs of the body tissues?
Which type of circulation serves the needs of the body tissues?
- Arterial circulation
- Systemic circulation (correct)
- Pulmonary circulation
- Peripheral circulation
Which component of the vascular tree has the thickest muscular wall?
Which component of the vascular tree has the thickest muscular wall?
- Capillaries
- Arterioles
- Aorta
- Arteries (correct)
What is the main function of capillaries?
What is the main function of capillaries?
- To control blood flow
- To transport blood back to the heart
- To serve as conduits for nutrient exchange (correct)
- To collect blood from capillaries
Which component of the vascular tree acts as a major reservoir for extra blood?
Which component of the vascular tree acts as a major reservoir for extra blood?
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Why does the venous system have high compliance (capacitance)?
Why does the venous system have high compliance (capacitance)?
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