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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN:9780134580999
Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation
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Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...
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### The Aorta and Its Main Branches #### Overview The aorta is the largest artery in the human body, originating from the left ventricle of the heart and extending down to the abdomen, where it branches off into two smaller arteries. This image illustrates the aorta and its main branches, labeled for educational purposes. #### Image Description The diagram presents a frontal view of the human torso, highlighting the aorta and its primary branches. Below is a description of each numbered part in the diagram: 1. **Subclavian Artery (Left)** 2. **Common Carotid Artery (Left)** 3. **Subclavian Artery (Right)** 4. **Common Carotid Artery (Right)** 5. **Brachiocephalic Artery** 6. **Thoracic Aorta** 7. **Intercostal Arteries** 8. **Abdominal Aorta** 9. **Celiac Trunk** 10. **Superior Mesenteric Artery** 11. **Inferior Mesenteric Artery** 12. **Renal Arteries** 13. **Gonadal Arteries** 14. **Lumbar Arteries** 15. **Common Iliac Artery (Left)** 16. **Internal Iliac Artery (Left)** 17. **External Iliac Artery (Left)** 18. **Common Iliac Artery (Right)** 19. **Internal Iliac Artery (Right)** 20. **External Iliac Artery (Right)** 21. **Phrenic Arteries** 22. **Left Suprarenal Artery** 23. **Right Suprarenal Artery** 24. **Bronchial Arteries** #### Explanation of Diagram Components - **S (Superior), I (Inferior), R (Right), L (Left):** These directional markers help to orient the viewer. "S" stands for superior (towards the head), "I" for inferior (towards the feet), "R" for right, and "L" for left. - **Major Branches:** The diagram identifies key arteries branching from the aorta. The subclavian and common carotid arteries supply blood to the arms and head, respectively. The thoracic and abdominal aorta give rise to various arteries that supply blood to the organs and tissues in the chest and abdomen. - **Celiac, Mesenteric, and
Transcribed Image Text:### The Aorta and Its Main Branches #### Overview The aorta is the largest artery in the human body, originating from the left ventricle of the heart and extending down to the abdomen, where it branches off into two smaller arteries. This image illustrates the aorta and its main branches, labeled for educational purposes. #### Image Description The diagram presents a frontal view of the human torso, highlighting the aorta and its primary branches. Below is a description of each numbered part in the diagram: 1. **Subclavian Artery (Left)** 2. **Common Carotid Artery (Left)** 3. **Subclavian Artery (Right)** 4. **Common Carotid Artery (Right)** 5. **Brachiocephalic Artery** 6. **Thoracic Aorta** 7. **Intercostal Arteries** 8. **Abdominal Aorta** 9. **Celiac Trunk** 10. **Superior Mesenteric Artery** 11. **Inferior Mesenteric Artery** 12. **Renal Arteries** 13. **Gonadal Arteries** 14. **Lumbar Arteries** 15. **Common Iliac Artery (Left)** 16. **Internal Iliac Artery (Left)** 17. **External Iliac Artery (Left)** 18. **Common Iliac Artery (Right)** 19. **Internal Iliac Artery (Right)** 20. **External Iliac Artery (Right)** 21. **Phrenic Arteries** 22. **Left Suprarenal Artery** 23. **Right Suprarenal Artery** 24. **Bronchial Arteries** #### Explanation of Diagram Components - **S (Superior), I (Inferior), R (Right), L (Left):** These directional markers help to orient the viewer. "S" stands for superior (towards the head), "I" for inferior (towards the feet), "R" for right, and "L" for left. - **Major Branches:** The diagram identifies key arteries branching from the aorta. The subclavian and common carotid arteries supply blood to the arms and head, respectively. The thoracic and abdominal aorta give rise to various arteries that supply blood to the organs and tissues in the chest and abdomen. - **Celiac, Mesenteric, and
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