Arterioles have a thinner elastic layer than arteries because they experience lower blood pressure and smaller pressure surges, requiring less stretch and recoil to maintain blood pressure.
- lower blood pressure - smaller pressure surges - less stretch and recoil required to maintain blood pressure and smooth pressure surges
| Front | Why do arterioles have a thinner elastic layer than arteries? |
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| Back | - lower blood pressure - smaller pressure surges - less stretch and recoil required to maintain blood pressure and smooth pressure surges |
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