Chapter 22, Problem 1WYL

What is the basic distinction between arteries and veins?

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The basic differences between arteries and veins.

Introduction:

Arteries and veins carry blood in the body. Arteries transfer blood from the heart to the body and carry oxygenated blood. On the contrary, veins carry deoxygenated blood from the body to the heart.

Explanation of Solution

The basic differences between arteries and veins are as follows:

No.	Characteristics	Arteries	Veins
1.	Wall	Arteries contain thick walls.	The vein has a thin wall.
2.	Valves	No valves are present in the artery.	Valves are present in the veins.
3.	Blood	Except for pulmonary artery, all arteries carry oxygenated blood.	Except for pulmonary veins, all veins carry deoxygenated blood.