Learning anatomy/Arteriole

Cardiovascular system

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Artery - Capillary

Anatomy

Just like the arteries, the arterioles have 3 layers called the adventitia, media, and intima. 2105 Capillary Bed

Function

The arterioles move blood from the arteries to the capillaries.

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