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Veins are considered capacitance vessels because they collect 60-70% of the blood in systemic circulation. Small arteries and arterioles are considered resistance vessels because they represent where pressure is more greatly reduced.

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Veins are often referred to as capacitance vessels because they have the ability to expand and store large volumes of blood. This capacity allows veins to serve as a reservoir to help maintain blood pressure and regulate blood flow throughout the body.

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