blood vessels- lqc 2 Flashcards
1
Q
what are the structural differences between an artery and vein
A
-Arteries have a narrower lumen than veins
-Arteries have a more smooth muscle and elastic tissue
-Arteries do not have valves, but veins do
2
Q
most arteries carry
A
oxygenated blood
3
Q
pulmonary arteries carry
A
deoxygenated blood
4
Q
most veins carry
A
deoxygenated blood
5
Q
pulmonary veins carry
A
oxygenated blood
6
Q
which arteries have valves?
A
aorta and pulmonary artery
