QUESTION IMAGE
Question
multiple choice question
what is the tunica externa of an artery made of?
connective tissue with irregular elastic and collagen fibers
a network of small capillaries
a thin serous membrane
endothelium
The tunica externa of an artery is the outermost layer. It is composed of connective tissue with irregular elastic and collagen fibers which provide strength and support to the artery. A network of small capillaries is not what the tunica externa is made of - these are vasa vasorum which supply blood to the artery walls. A thin serous membrane is not correct for the tunica externa. Endothelium is part of the tunica intima, the innermost layer of the artery.
Snap & solve any problem in the app
Get step-by-step solutions on Sovi AI
Photo-based solutions with guided steps
Explore more problems and detailed explanations
Connective tissue with irregular elastic and collagen fibers