Aorta

The video tutorial explains the aorta, the largest artery in the body, starting from the heart's left ventricle and extending into the abdomen where it divides into smaller arteries. It highlights the aorta's dual role in transporting blood away from the heart and regulating blood pressure and chemistry.

What is the largest artery in the human body?

• Carotid artery

• Aorta

• Femoral artery

• Pulmonary artery

Where does the aorta begin its journey in the body?

• Right atrium

• Left atrium

• Right ventricle

• Left ventricle

Into how many smaller arteries does the aorta split in the abdomen?

• Two

• One

• Three

• Four

Which of the following is a function of the aorta besides transporting blood?

• Digesting food

• Regulating body temperature

• Monitoring blood pressure

• Producing red blood cells

What role does the aorta play in blood chemistry?

• It stores nutrients

• It produces hormones

• It corrects blood chemistry

• It filters toxins