What is an artery?

What is an artery?

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The video tutorial explains what arteries are, their classification, and their role in the circulatory system. It covers the main arteries, including the aorta, and describes their function and structure. The tutorial also details how arteries branch into arterioles and capillaries, where the exchange of gases, nutrients, and waste occurs. Finally, it highlights the transition from capillaries to veins and offers additional resources for learning anatomy.

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What happens at the point where arteries and veins merge?

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What is the significance of capillary walls being thin and fenestrated?

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