How do arteries differ from veins?a. Arteries have thicker wall layers to accommodate the changes in pressure from the heart.b. Arteries carry blood.c. Arteries have thinner wall layers and valves and move blood by the action of skeletal muscle.d. Arteries are thin walled and are used for gas exchange.

How do arteries differ from veins?a. Arteries have thicker wall layers to accommodate the changes in pressure from the heart.b. Arteries carry blood.c. Arteries have thinner wall layers and valves and move blood by the action of skeletal muscle.d. Arteries are thin walled and are used for gas exchange.

Biology (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg

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Chapter44: Internal Transport

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