The Brachial and Femoral Arteries are Examples of Which Type

Question

The brachial and femoral arteries are examples of which type of artery?
A) arteriolar
B) elastic
C) connective
D) muscular
E) vascular

Accepted Answer

The brachial and femoral arteries are considered muscular arteries because they contain a thick layer of smooth muscle in their walls, which allows them to regulate blood flow to specific areas of the body. Elastic arteries, in contrast, have a higher proportion of elastic fibers in their walls and are responsible for moving blood away from the heart. Arterioles are smaller, more narrow arteries that help regulate blood pressure and blood flow, while connective arteries do not exist as a distinct category. Vascular can refer to any component of the body's circulatory system, including arteries, veins, and capillaries.