Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)

8th Edition

ISBN: 9780134605197

Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn

Publisher: PEARSON

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Chapter 15.3, Problem 9CC

Skeletal muscle arterioles have both α- and β-receptors on their smooth muscle. Epinephrine can bind to both. Will these arterioles constrict or dilate in response to epinephrine? Explain.

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Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)

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