Blood Vessels That Absorb Strong Pressure Pulses Contain More of This

Question

Blood vessels that absorb strong pressure pulses contain more of this type of tissue.
A) endothelium
B) collagen fibers
C) smooth muscle and elastic

Accepted Answer

Blood vessels that absorb strong pressure pulses, such as arteries, contain more smooth muscle and elastic tissue to allow them to stretch and recoil, accommodating the pressure changes.