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  • 26-02-2020
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What characteristic of are found in veins but not arteries?

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  • 28-02-2020

Answer: Possession of Valves

Explanation: Veins possess valves which ensures that blood flows in only one direction. Valves helps blood to flow back to the heart against gravitational force.

Arteries don't have valves because the pressure originating from the heart is capable of causing the blood to flow in one direction.

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