Veins have valves which allow blood to flow only in one direction. Arteries do not have valves.

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Veins have valves which allow blood to flow only in one direction. Arteries do not have valves.

Veins have valves which allow blood to flow only in one direction. Arteries do not have valves. Yet the blood flows in one direction only. Can you explain why?

Monjur Alahi

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2025-01-04 04:42

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Salim Ahmed Kawsar · Accepted Answer · 2023-02-05T15:29:48+06:00

Salim Ahmed Kawsar

Blood flow in arteries is rapid and at a high pressure. Also arteries have thick elastic walls.

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