Question

Blocking of arteries due to deposition of cholesterol and fats is called

• A. Atherosclerosis
• B. Arteriosclerosis
• C. Thrombosis
• D. Emphysema

Answer 1

The correct option is A Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is decrease in lumen of blood vessels due to fatty deposition.
Arteriosclerosis is decreased elasticity of arteries due to damage to arterial wall.
Thrombosis is the presence of clot within blood vessels.
Emphysema is the loss of elasticity of lung tissue leading to over distension of alveoli and loss of function.