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What type of blood vessel fiber is responsible for maintaining the vessels shape and tension?

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Endothelium is present in all blood vessels. As one progresses through circulatory system, the walls of arteries become smaller. As vessels become smaller in diameter, size of connective tissue layer and smooth muscle decrease.

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