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Angiogenesis

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Anatomy and Physiology I

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Angiogenesis is the physiological process through which new blood vessels form from pre-existing vessels. This process is crucial for growth, wound healing, and in the context of exercise, it improves muscle performance by increasing blood supply to tissues.

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