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19. The Blood Vessels - Part 1 of 2

19. The Blood Vessels - Part 1 of 2

19. The Blood Vessels / Arteries / Problem 4

The arteries have thicker and more muscular walls compared to veins that allow the arteries to:

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

Carry more blood than the veins.

B

Promote backflow of the blood.

C

Withstand higher pressure generated by the heart.

D

Carry deoxygenated blood.

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