The Velocity of Blood Flow Through Capillaries Is

question 87

Multiple Choice

The velocity of blood flow through capillaries is

• A) rapid, due to their small total cross-sectional area.
• B) rapid, which prevents pooling in lower extremities.
• C) slow, due to small total cross-sectional area, low friction and high pressure.
• D) slow, which allows sufficient time for exchange of gases and nutrients between blood and tissues.

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