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BIO 102 Mechanisms of Animal Respiration and Circulation Objective Question
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Question

At which end of a capillary is blood pressure typically higher?
Options
A The venule end
B The arteriolar end
Correct Answer
C The middle section
D Pressure is equal throughout
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Blood is at its higher pressure at the arteriolar end of a capillary and less at the venule end.

Hint

The end closer to the arteries has more pressure.

Question Info

Course: BIO 102
Topic: Mechanisms of Animal Respiration and Circulation
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 159 of 802
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