A Physiologist Is Conducting an Experiment to Study Humen Blood

question 17

Multiple Choice

A physiologist is conducting an experiment to study humen blood circulation. He assess the oxygen consumption in various organs in a healthy man. During the study, the blood oxygen content of the aorta and several other vessels is measured at rest.  The greatest difference in these measurements will most likely be between the aorta and which of the following blood vessels?

• A)Brachial vein
• B)Coronary sinus
• C)Internal jugular vein
• D)Portal vein
• E)Pulmonary artery
• F)Renal vein

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