Multiple choice

The minimum pressure in the arteries during the relaxation phase of heart is called

  1. systolic pressure

  2. diastolic pressure

  3. Both a & b

  4. None of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Diastolic pressure is the minimum pressure in arteries when the heart is in relaxation phase (diastole). Systolic pressure is the maximum pressure during contraction. The relaxation phase allows chambers to fill with blood before the next contraction.