The main water-pushing force in the blood capillaries is:
a. blood pressure
b. sodium in the blood plasma
c. sodium in the interstitial fluid
d. protein in the blood plasma
a. blood pressure
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Autonomic ganglia provide a degree of independence from the CNS by integrating motor
impulses before they are relayed to visceral organs. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which vessels contain the highest percentage of total blood volume?
a. pulmonary veins b. pulmonary arteries c. systemic veins d. systemic arteries e. coronary arteries
Which of the following is NOT involved in short-term regulation of blood pressure?
A. baroreceptor reflex B. adrenal medullary mechanism C. alteration in blood volume D. chemoreceptor mechanism
What vessels carry oxygen-rich blood to the left atrium?
A. Superior and inferior vena cavae B. Pulmonary arteries C. Pulmonary veins D. Both superior and inferior vena cavae and pulmonary veins