Asked by Tholia Pickett on Jun 09, 2024
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Which vessel carries oxygenated blood from the lung to the left atrium of the heart?
A) pulmonary vein
B) pulmonary artery
C) posterior vena cava
D) anterior vena cava
Pulmonary Vein
A large blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart.
Pulmonary Artery
A major artery in the body that transports deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.
Left Atrium
One of the four chambers of the heart, receiving oxygenated blood from the lungs and pumping it into the left ventricle.
- Distinguish between arteries and veins based on their functions and locations.
Verified Answer
AY
Andrew YoungJun 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The pulmonary vein is the only vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart. The pulmonary artery carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs. The posterior and anterior vena cava are veins that bring deoxygenated blood from the body to the right atrium of the heart.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between arteries and veins based on their functions and locations.