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Question
Differentiate between members of the following pairs with reference to the aspect asked within bracket:
Artery and vein (direction of blood flow)
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Solution
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Artery |
Vein |
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It carries blood away from the heart. |
It brings blood towards the heart. |
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Fill in the blanks with suitable words given below:
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In human body, heart is located on the _____ side of the chest cavity.
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