Asked by Kendrra White on Jul 07, 2024
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The pulmonary artery carries blood away from the ____.
A) aorta
B) right atrium
C) right ventricle
D) left atrium
E) left ventricle
Pulmonary Artery
Artery that carries oxygen-poor blood from the heart to a lung.
Carries Blood
Refers to vessels in the cardiovascular system, such as arteries, veins, and capillaries, that transport blood throughout the body.
- Differentiate among the various circulatory pathways present in the cardiovascular system of vertebrates.
Verified Answer
TJ
tiara jinkaJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The pulmonary artery carries oxygen-depleted blood away from the right ventricle to the lungs for oxygenation. It does not carry blood away from the aorta, right atrium, left atrium, or left ventricle.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate among the various circulatory pathways present in the cardiovascular system of vertebrates.