Questions and Answers
Which blood vessels carry blood away from the heart?
Arteries
What allows arteries to withstand the pressure of blood without rupturing?
Smooth muscle and elastic fibers
Which blood vessel is the largest in the human body?
Aorta
What happens to arterial pressure after a contraction of the heart?
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Which type of blood vessel is responsible for transporting blood to all areas of the body?
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What is the function of arteries in the circulatory system?
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How do veins differ structurally from arteries?
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Which blood vessels primarily rely on skeletal muscle contractions to push blood towards the heart?
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Where in the circulatory system can gases, nutrients, and waste products be exchanged between blood and tissues?
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What unique characteristic do capillaries possess compared to other blood vessels?
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