Transportation in Human Beings
A doctor explains that arteries carry blood away from the heart, while veins bring blood back to the heart. Capillaries connect arteries and veins at the tissue level.
Question: Why do arteries have thick elastic walls compared to veins?
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FAQ
Why are artery walls thick?
Arteries carry blood away from the heart at high pressure, so they need thick elastic walls.