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Blood Veins Adapted Function Characteristics Walls Thick Lower

Front How are veins adapted to their function? (3 characteristics)
Back Walls aren't as thick because blood is at lower pressure.
Bigger lumen to help blood flow despite low pressure
Valves to keep the blood flowing in the right direction

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