Which Arterial Structure Enables It to Resist the Blood Pressure

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which arterial structure enables it to resist the blood pressure?

• A)elastic tissue in the arterial wall
• B)valves within artery
• C)skeletal muscle within the arterial walls
• D)precapillary sphincters
• E)a wall composed only of endothelium

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Definitions:

Cones

Photosensitive cells located in the retina of the eye, responsible for color vision and the ability to perceive fine details.

Fovea

The fovea is a small depression in the retina of the eye where visual acuity is highest. It is densely packed with cones and is crucial for detailed vision.

Receptors

Proteins typically found on cell surfaces that bind to specific molecules, triggering a response in the cell.

Signaling Molecules

Chemicals released by cells that communicate and coordinate actions across the body or between organisms, crucial in many biological processes.