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Arteries near the heart expand as blood rushes in after each contraction. Which component in the arteries allows this expansion? (2 points)

Connective tissue in the tunica media
Smooth muscle in the tunica media
Endothelium in the tunica intima
Elastin protein in the tunica intima

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Answer: D

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Answer: The elastic connective tissue

Explanation: Allow stretched tissues to recoil as pressure is reduced

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