Arteries, veins and capillaries in 3D

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Why do arteries have thick walls?

Blood leaves the heart at high pressure; thick muscular, elastic walls withstand it and smooth the flow.

Why do veins have valves?

The blood pressure in veins is low, so valves stop blood flowing backwards.

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