The pulmonary arteries have ________ elastic tissue and ________ lumens than systemic arteries.
A. less; narrower
B. more; wider
C. more; narrower
D. less; wider
Answer: D
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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Where do the special senses originate?
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