There Are Many Interconnections Between the Arterial Branches of the Coronary

question 105

Multiple Choice

There are many interconnections between the arterial branches of the coronary circulation, which function to maintain a constant blood supply to the muscle of the heart. These connections are called ________.

• A) syncytium
• B) intercalation
• C) anastomoses
• D) prolapse
• E) autorhythmicity

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