What is one reason arteries can withstand higher blood pressure than veins?
A) Arteries contain only oxygenated blood.
B) Arteries have one-way valves to prevent blood from flowing backward.
C) Arteries have thick walls that contain layers of muscle and connective tissue.
D) Arteries contain all types of blood cells, whereas veins contain only erythrocytes.
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A) spleen.
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