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what blood vessels hold the greatest volume of blood? multiple choice a…

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what blood vessels hold the greatest volume of blood? multiple choice arterioles arteries capillaries veins

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Veins are known as capacitance vessels. They have thin - walled and distensible structures which allow them to hold a large volume of blood. Arterioles and arteries are more involved in transporting oxygen - rich blood under high pressure and have less capacity to store blood. Capillaries are sites of gas and nutrient exchange and have a very small total volume compared to veins.

Answer:

D. Veins