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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question
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Small arteries are referred to as:
Options
A Venules
B Arterioles
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C Capillaries
D Lacteals
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Small arteries are referred to as arterioles. Arterioles are key regulators of blood flow and pressure, as their muscular walls can constrict or dilate to control distribution of blood to capillary beds.

Hint

These vessels connect arteries to capillaries and regulate blood flow into capillary networks.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1000 of 2214
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