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In Medicine / College | 2025-07-04

Which vessels emerge from the aorta to supply the heart muscle with blood?
A. Coronary arteries
B. Pulmonary arteries
C. Pulmonary veins
D. Superior vena cava
E. Carotid arteries

Asked by tammyssivey

Answer (2)

The coronary arteries are responsible for supplying the heart muscle with oxygenated blood, originating from the aorta. Other vessels listed, such as pulmonary arteries and veins, serve different functions in the circulatory system. Recognizing these connections is important for understanding heart health. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-04

The vessels that supply the heart muscle with blood are the coronary arteries, which emerge from the aorta. They branch into smaller arteries to ensure the heart receives enough oxygenated blood. Other options listed do not supply blood directly to the heart muscle.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-08