Anatomy and Physiology
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Author: SALADIN
Publisher: MCG
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Convergence of the vertebral arteries to form the basilar artery; the posterior cerebral arteries and arteries to the cerebellum, pons, and inner ear arising from the basilar artery.
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The aorta is considered as the largest artery. The aorta arises from the top of the left ventricle. The blood is pumped from the heart into the aorta by passing through the aortic valve. Aorta gives rise to all the arteries.
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