11 Flashcards
1
Q
What do arteries do?
A
Arteries carry blood away from the heart and distribute it to all parts of the body.
2
Q
How do the walls of arteries compare to veins?
A
Arteries have thicker and stronger walls than veins.
3
Q
What are the three main types of arteries?
A
The three main types of arteries are elastic arteries
muscular artries
areterioles