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What type of blood does the venous system carry?
What type of blood does the venous system carry?
- Oxygenated blood
- Filtered blood
- Plasma
- Deoxygenated blood (correct)
Where are deep veins located in the body?
Where are deep veins located in the body?
- On the surface of muscles
- Just under the skin
- Inside organs
- Deep within the body (correct)
What is the main difference between arteries and veins?
What is the main difference between arteries and veins?
- Arteries have more smooth muscle
- Arteries have lower pressure
- Veins have thinner vessel walls (correct)
- Veins have thicker vessel walls
What percentage of total blood volume is typically found in veins?
What percentage of total blood volume is typically found in veins?
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Why do veins have valves?
Why do veins have valves?
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Which of these is a characteristic of superficial veins?
Which of these is a characteristic of superficial veins?
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What type of blood do pulmonary veins carry?
What type of blood do pulmonary veins carry?
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What is the largest vein in the body called?
What is the largest vein in the body called?
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Why is the pressure generally much lower in veins than in arteries?
Why is the pressure generally much lower in veins than in arteries?
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What is the main function of veins in the circulatory system?
What is the main function of veins in the circulatory system?
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