Describe the differences between different types of blood vessels

Capillaries-one cell thick, minimal diffusion distanceveins-wise lumen, many elastic fibres, valves presentarteries-thick muscular layer to withstand BP

BV
Answered by Bela V. Biology tutor

2670 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

What causes a heart attack (also known as mycocardial infarction) and how are they treated?


What are the distinguishing features of a mammal compared to other classes of animals?


Why is the left side of the heart more prominent than the right side?


An Enzyme has lost is function, it has become denatured. What can be the cause of denaturation? Why does the enzyme no longer function?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning