Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition or Description

question 44

Multiple Choice

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description.
-Layer of the blood vessel also called the endothelium

• A)Ductus arteriosus
• B)Artery
• C)Ductus venosus
• D)Vein
• E)Tunica media
• F)Capillary
• G)Tunica externa
• H)Hepatic portal vein
• I)Tunica intima
• J)Foramen ovale

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Definitions:

Testes

The male reproductive organs that produce sperm and hormones, including testosterone.

Uterine Contractions

The rhythmic tightening and relaxing of the uterine muscles, occurring most frequently during childbirth.

Placenta

An organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy, providing oxygen and nutrients to the growing baby while removing waste products from the baby's blood.

Umbilical Cord

The umbilical cord is a flexible cord-like structure containing blood vessels that connect a fetus to the placenta, providing oxygen and nutrients while removing waste.