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Which of the following vessels of the heart is responsible for carrying deoxygenated blood from the lower parts of the body?


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Inferior vena cava

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Superior vena cava

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Pulmonary veins

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Pulmonary artery

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Solution

The correct option is A

Inferior vena cava


Inferior vena cava is a large vein that receives blood from the lower extremities, pelvis, and abdomen and delivers it to the right atrium of the heart. The right atrium is located on the upper right corner of the heart.


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