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Question

After being oxygenated in the lungs, blood returns to the heart via the:
Options
A Pulmonary artery
B Aorta
C Vena cava
D Pulmonary vein
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

After oxygenation in the lungs, blood returns to the left atrium of the heart via the pulmonary veins. Pulmonary veins are unique among veins as they carry oxygenated blood.

Hint

Which vessel returns oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart?

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