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Compare and contrast the structure, mechanical properties, and functions of arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins in...

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  • Compare and contrast the structure, mechanical properties, andfunctions of arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veinsin the cardiovascular system.

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Answer Arteries Carry blood from heart toward the tissues of organs Carries oxygen rich blood contains all three layers thick tunica media thinner tunica externa than veins They stay rounded have contractibility and are ANS responsive arterioles smaller branches that enter tissues Move blood from main    See Answer
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