MDCAT Biology MCQ #2101

Which type of blood vessel has the thickest walls relative to their lumen diameter?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #2101

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which type of blood vessel has the thickest walls relative to their lumen diameter?

    • A) Arteries
    • B) Veins
    • C) Capillaries
    • D) Arterioles

    Answer: Arteries

    Explanation: Arteries have thick walls to withstand high pressure from the heart. Veins have thinner walls and larger lumens.