Multiple choice

As compared to artery, a vein has _______.

  1. thinner wall

  2. presence of valves

  3. wide lumen

  4. all of these
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Veins have thinner muscular walls compared to arteries because they carry blood at lower pressure. They contain valves to prevent the backflow of blood and possess a wider lumen to facilitate easier flow.

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