SOC 16: The Structure Of Blood Vessels Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
How many types of blood vessels are there?
A
3
2
Q
What are the three types of blood vessels?
A
- Arteries
- Veins
- Capillaries
3
Q
Where do arteries transport blood?
A
To the rest of the body
4
Q
What is the structure of an artery?
A
- Thick walls (contains elastin and collagen)
- Narrow lumen