Match Each Vascular Structure to Its Function or Characteristic

question 26

Multiple Choice

Match each vascular structure to its function or characteristic. Terms may apply to more than one question. Some terms may not be used.
a.arteries
i.sinusoids
b.tunica externa
j.tunica media
c.capillaries
k.capacitance vessels
d.tunica intima
l.distributing arteries
e.lumen
m.conducting arteries
f.resistance vessels
n.metarterioles
g.medium-sized veins
o.large veins
h.venules
p.arterioles
-What is diffusion from the standpoint of capillary exchange?

• A) Movement of oxygen and carbon dioxide from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration
• B) Water moves through the capillary wall from an area of lower concentration to an area of higher concentration
• C) Higher pressure within the capillary pushes plasma and dissolved nutrients through the capillary wall
• D) Albumin and other proteins in blood pull tissue fluid and cellular waste products into the cell

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