James misspoke at the banquet last night,became embarrassed,and his face looked red because the facial arteries and arteriole muscles relaxed.These arteries and arterioles were then said to be ________.

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When the arteries and arteriole muscles relax, they widen or dilate. This can cause more blood to flow into the area, leading to a reddening of the skin or a flushed appearance.

James Misspoke at the Banquet Last Night,became Embarrassed,and His Face