Tunics Flashcards
1
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Tunica intima (interna)
A
Consists of layer of simple squamous epithelium bound to subendothelial layer of areolar connective tissue
2
Q
Tunica media
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Consists of primarily smooth muscle with framework of elastic connective tissue
3
Q
Tunica externa
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Consists of areolar connective tissue with elastic and collagen fibers
4
Q
Tunica media thicker in
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Arteries than veins as they need to supply more pressure to the blood
5
Q
Veins and vehicles are only blood vessels that contain
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Valves to prevent back flow
6
Q
Capillaries are only composed of a layer of
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Endothelium and basement membrane
