Biology
Biology
10th Edition
ISBN: 9780321794260
Author: Audesirk, Teresa/ Audesirk
Publisher: Pearson College Div
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Chapter 32.4, Problem 1CYL
Summary Introduction

To describe:

The structures of arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins

Concept introduction:

Blood is a type of connective tissue. It is also an important component of the circulatory system. The main function of blood is transportation of oxygen and other nutrients across the body. Blood moves across the body through blood vessels. These vessels are of two types depending on their function: arteries and veins. Arteries carry blood away from heart and veins carry blood towards the heart.

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The function of each type of blood vessel

Concept introduction:

Blood moves across the body through blood vessels these vessels are of different types based on function and location. The different types of blood vessels are: arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins.

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The way by which distribution of blood flow is controlled

Concept introduction:

The blood is important in the transportation of nutrient and gasses across the body. So, the rate of blood flow rate is an important phenomenon to meet the need of blood by different tissues.

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