Veins Vs Arteries Flashcards
1
Q
Veins
A
- Carry deoxygenated blood to the heart
- Carry blood at a low pressure
- Do not have a pulse
- Thinner walls that can collapse
- Have valves
- Blood flow is slower
2
Q
Arteries
A
Carries oxygenated blood away from the heart Carries blood at high pressure Have a pulse Thick walls which don’t collapse No valves Blood flows faster