Which of the following blood vessels has the highest total cross-sectional area in the body? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following blood vessels has the highest total cross-sectional area in the body?
A. Capillaries
B. Vena cava
C. Aorta
D. Arteries
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Although individual capillaries are tiny, there are billions of them, giving the capillary bed the largest total cross-sectional area. This reduces blood flow velocity, allowing sufficient time for exchange of gases, nutrients, and wastes. The aorta has the smallest total cross-sectional area and the highest blood flow velocity.

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