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multiple choice question what is the tunica externa of an artery made o…

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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

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

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.

Answer:

Connective tissue with irregular elastic and collagen fibers