A pathologist is looking at a histological section of aorta stained to demonstrate the many wavy fibers that provide the aorta with the flexibility to stretch and then return to its original shape. These fibers are also found in substantial numbers in the A. biceps muscle B. liver C. mesentery D. spleen E. vocal cords

A pathologist is looking at a histological section of aorta stained to demonstrate the many wavy fibers that provide the aorta with the flexibility to stretch and then return to its original shape. These fibers are also found in substantial numbers in the A. biceps muscle B. liver C. mesentery D. spleen E. vocal cords

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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