Blood vessels

Front

What are coronary arteries?

Back

Coronary arteries are blood vessels that supply blood to the heart muscle itself.

Front

Where is the radial artery located?

Back

The radial artery is located in the distal portion of the arm.

Front

What is the first branch of the aortic arch?

Back

The first branch of the aortic arch is the brachiocephalic artery.

Front

What type of blood vessel has valves at intervals?

Back

Veins have valves at intervals to prevent backflow of blood.

Front

Where is the femoral artery located?

Back

The femoral artery is located in the proximal part of the leg.

Front

What is the function of veins?

Back

Veins carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

Front

What is the main function of arteries?

Back

Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body.

Front

What are capillaries?

Back

Capillaries are tiny blood vessels where the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and nutrients occurs.

Front

What is the difference between arteries and veins?

Back

Arteries carry blood away from the heart, while veins carry blood back to the heart.

Front

What is the role of the aorta?

Back

The aorta is the largest artery in the body, distributing oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body.