For the following, match the term with the best description.
-Vascular compliance
A)A characteristic of aging arteries
B)Produced by turbulent blood flow
C)Blood flow is directly proportional to pressure differences and inversely proportional to resistance
D)As pressure in a vessel decreases, the force holding it open decreases, and the vessel tends to collapse
E)A characteristic of the venous system

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Vascular compliance refers to the ability of blood vessels, particularly veins, to expand and contract with changes in pressure. The venous system is highly compliant, allowing it to accommodate varying volumes of blood.

For the Following, Match the Term with the Best Description