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Figure 1.1
Identify the levels of organization in the figure above.
-Label F: ______________________________
Brachiocephalic Arteries
Major blood vessels originating from the aortic arch that supply blood to the right arm and the head and neck.
Tunica Intima
The innermost layer of an artery or vein, consisting of a thin layer of endothelial cells that line the interior surface of the vessel.
Blood Vessel Walls
The structured layers composing the sides of arteries, veins, and capillaries, responsible for maintaining blood pressure and controlling blood flow.
Tunica Media
The middle layer of the wall of a blood vessel or hollow organ, consisting primarily of smooth muscle cells and elastic fibers.