Asked by Baddie Curtis Brown on May 27, 2024

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Which arteries supply blood to the rib area?

A) Intercostals
B) External iliacs
C) Axillaries
D) Popliteals
E) Occipitals

Intercostals Arteries

Intercostal arteries are blood vessels that run between the ribs and supply blood to the chest wall and upper back areas.

Rib Area

The part of the body's torso that houses the rib cage, providing protection for the thoracic organs.

Blood Supply

The total volume of blood circulating within the body or provided to a particular organ or tissue.

  • Describe the primary veins and arteries and their roles in the body.
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Jerry AricksonMay 30, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The intercostal arteries supply blood to the rib area, running along the ribs and providing them with oxygenated blood.