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3. In atherosclerosis, vessels become thickened because of deposits of cholesterol and plaque formation. Do you think that flow would be faster or slower in areas of plaque formation?
4. How does driving pressure affect fluid flow?

Source Marieb, E, & Hoehn, K. (2008). Human anatomy and physiology (8th ed.) Benjamin-Cummings Pub Co. (ISBN: 9780805395914)

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3. In atherosclerosis, vessels become thickened because of deposits of cholesterol and plaque formation. Do you think that flow would be faster or slower in areas of plaque formation?

Slower; Atherosclerosis is the gradual deposit of fatty plaques in the walls of the systemic vessels.

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4. How does driving pressure affect fluid flow?

An increase in driving pressure results in increased fluid flow.

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