Match the cardiovascular features, labelled a. through d., with their correct characteristic.
-freely floating clot
A)angina pectoris
B)embolus
C)atherosclerosis
D)thrombus

Question

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A freely floating clot is an embolus.

Answer: D 
 A thrombus is a blood clot that forms in a vessel and does not break free.

Answer: C 
 Atherosclerosis is the buildup of plaque inside the arteries, which can lead to narrowing and hardening of the vessels.

Answer: A 
 Angina pectoris is a chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle does not receive enough blood flow. It is often a symptom of underlying heart disease.

Match the Cardiovascular Features, Labelled A