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The structures of arteries, capillaries, and veins are all different, because of their different functions. The only way that they are similar is because they are hollow, and have some elasticity.

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How are the structures of arteries capillaries and veins similar how are they different?

The structures of arteries, capillaries, and veins are all different, because of their different functions. The only way that they are similar is because they are hollow, and have some elasticity.


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How are of the structures of arteries capillaries and veins similar?

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Are Capillaries and arteries are similar in size?

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Are capillaries and arteries similar in size?

No. Arteries are the largest blood vessels and capillaries are the smallest.


What is false a Arteries carry blood away from the heart b Veins carry blood back to the heart c Capillaries and arteries are similar in size d Blood travels from?

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Does a hog have arteries?

A hog's circulatory system is very similar to a human's. They have arteries, capillaries and veins. They also have a lymphatic system.


How is the circulatory system similar to a road and highway?

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How is the circulatory system similar to a highway road?

Large arteries and veins are like high-capacity highways, and they branch into smaller capillaries which go all through the body, so capillaries are like roads.


Structures that are similar are called?

Structures that are similar are called analogous structures. These structures may serve similar functions but have evolved independently in different species.


How is the road map similar to the circulatory system?

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How are the structures and functions of arteries capillaries and veins similar?

Arteries have thicker walls than veins because they are carrying blood away from the heart and so, in a sense, are working harder. Veins have thinner walls and contain valves to stop blood flowing backwards.