Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134156415
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 18, Problem 24SAQ
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To determine:
(a) The name of blood vessel contributes in the hepatic portal circulation.
(b) The reason for naming portal circulation as strange circulation.
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Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)
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