Which one among the following statements about arteries and veins in humans is NOT correct ?
- A. Arteries carry blood away from heart while veins bring blood towards the heart
- B. Pulmonary arteries always carry oxygenated blood while Pulmonary veins always carry deoxygenated blood ✓
- C. Arteries have thicker and more elastic walls compared to veins in general
- D. Arteries do not have valves but veins do have valves
Correct Answer: B. Pulmonary arteries always carry oxygenated blood while Pulmonary veins always carry deoxygenated blood
Explanation
The pulmonary artery carries deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs, and the pulmonary vein carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart.
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