Which blood vessel carries blood away from the heart? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which blood vessel carries blood away from the heart?
A. Capillary
B. Venule
C. Artery
D. Vein
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Arteries (except pulmonary arteries) carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to body tissues. Pulmonary arteries carry deoxygenated blood from heart to lungs. Veins return blood to the heart. Capillaries are exchange vessels. Arteries have thick elastic walls to withstand high pressure. The aorta is the largest artery. Remember: 'A' for Artery = Away from heart.

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