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Question

Which vessel carries deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs?
Options
A Pulmonary vein
B Pulmonary artery
Correct Answer
C Aorta
D Vena cava
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The pulmonary artery carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle to the lungs for oxygenation. This is an exception to the general rule that arteries carry oxygenated blood.

Hint

This is the only artery that carries deoxygenated blood.

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