Question

Arteries supplying blood to the heart are called as

• A. Carotid arteries
• B. Hepatic arteries
• C. Coronary arteries
• D. None of the above
  

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Coronary arteries

The arteries which supply blood to the heart are known as coronary arteries. The right coronary artery supplies blood to right side of heart while left coronary artery supplies blood to left side of heart. Hepatic artery is a short blood vessel that supplies oxygenated blood to the liver, pylorus (a part of the stomach), duodenum (a part of the small intestine) and pancreas. The carotid arteries are major blood vessels in the neck that supply blood to the brain, neck, and face. Thus, correct answer is option C.