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| Description: Arteries carry blood away from the heart to the tissues The walls of the arteries are elastic which allows them to absorb the pressure created by ventricles of the heart as they pump blood into the arteries Because of the smooth muscle in the tunica media, arteries can regulate their diameter Types of Arteries Elastic arteries (conducting arteries) Large diameter More elastic fibers, less smooth muscle Function as pressure reservoirs Muscular arteries (distributing arteries) Medium diameter More smooth muscle, fewer elastic fibers Distribute blood to various parts of the body Picture Stats: Views: 178 Filesize: 115.75kB Height: 684 Width: 632 Source: https://biology-forums.com/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=40252 |