Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)

1. Atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) causes vasodilation resulting in a mild decrease in peripheral resistance and blood pressure.

2. Increased sympathetic activity leads to vasodilation and a decrease in blood pressure.

3. Fenestrations in capillaries are small pores that allow water and small substances to move through freely.


1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE

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