PHYSIOLOGY
CARDIOVASCULAR PHYSIOLOGY
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capillary
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artery
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vein
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Detailed Solution. The veins are the blood vessels that have valves in them. The veins carry deoxygenated blood from body to heart. The veins have valves to ensure blood flows in only one direction.
Detailed explanation-2: -Veins have valves to prevent the backflow of blood because the blood in veins flow .
Detailed explanation-3: -Medium and large veins have venous valves, similar to the semilunar valves associated with the heart, that help keep the blood flowing toward the heart. Venous valves are especially important in the arms and legs, where they prevent the backflow of blood in response to the pull of gravity.
Detailed explanation-4: -Arteries have thick walls with muscle tissue. Veins have thinner walls and use valves to keep your blood flowing.