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HW 4 - Vessels

HW 4 - Vessels

Q 1. What is the functional importance of elastic arteries?

Q 2. Sinusoid capillaries are characterized by large openings. Where would you most likely find this type of capillary?

Q 3. What would the net filtration pressure be? Capillary Hydrostatic Pressure: 37 mmHg Interstitial Hydrostatic Pressure: 1 mmHg Plasma Colloid Osmotic Pressure: 25 mmHg Interstitial Colloid Osmotic Pressure: 0 mmHg

Q 4. Blood enters a capillary with a hydrostatic pressure of 36. The surround interstitial hydrostatic pressure is 22. Where would the bulk flow of water travel?

Q 5. What effect would significant overhydration have on bulk flow in capillaries?

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