The 'Foramen of Panizza' is a small opening found in the heart of which animal, allowing blood to bypass the pulmonary circuit? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Foramen of Panizza' is a small opening found in the heart of which animal, allowing blood to bypass the pulmonary circuit?
A. Frog
B. Shark
C. Rabbit
D. Crocodile
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Foramen of Panizza is a small opening located between the left and right aortic arches at the base of the heart in crocodilians (crocodiles, alligators). It allows blood to flow between the two systemic arches. During diving, when pulmonary resistance increases, this foramen allows deoxygenated blood to bypass the lungs and enter the systemic circulation, conserving oxygen for vital organs. Frogs have a three-chambered heart without this specific foramen.

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