What Is the Foramen Ovale

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Multiple Choice

What is the foramen ovale?

• A) An opening between the right and left atria in the embryo and fetus
• B) An opening between the right and left ventricles in the embryo and fetus
• C) An oval hole in the pericardium in the embryo and fetus
• D) An opening between the pulmonary trunk and aorta in the embryo and fetus

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