The Skin Is Richly Supplied with Arteriovenous Anastomoses in Which

Multiple Choice

The skin is richly supplied with arteriovenous anastomoses in which blood flows directly between an artery and a vein, bypassing the capillary circulation. What is the primary significance of these structures?

A) They regulate body temperature.
B) They process sensory information.
C) They control the formation of "goose bumps"
D) They combat skin infections.