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Differentiate between Afferent arteriole and Efferent arteriole (diameter).
Differentiate between Afferent arteriole and Efferent arteriole (diameter).
| Afferent arteriole | Efferent arteriole |
|---|---|
| This arteriole is larger in diameter compared to the efferent arteriole. | This arteriole is smaller in diameter compared to the afferent arteriole. |
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