review of vessels Flashcards

1
Q

Arterioles

A

Deliver blood to
capillaries and help
regulate blood flow
from arteries to
capillaries

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2
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Capillaries

A

Permit exchange of
nutrients and wastes
between blood and
interstitial fluid;
distribute blood to
postcapillary
venules.

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3
Q

Veins

A

Return blood to
heart, facilitated by
valves in limb veins.

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