Angiogenesis

A. involves muscular constriction of arterioles to alter local perfusion.
B. allows for an increase in the perfusion of a local tissue.
C. involves building new muscle tissue and decreasing the amount of blood vessels in a region.
D. is a momentary chemical control of local blood flow.


Answer: B

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