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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which side of the heart receives deoxygenated blood returning from the body?
Options
A Left atrium
B Left ventricle
C Right atrium
Correct Answer
D Right ventricle
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The right side of the heart receives deoxygenated blood returning from the body. The right atrium collects blood from the superior and inferior vena cava before it passes to the right ventricle and then to the lungs for oxygenation.

Hint

This chamber receives blood from the vena cava.

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