Match the cardiovascular features, labelled a. through d., with their correct characteristic.
-abnormal clot attached to a vessel wall
A)angina pectoris
B)embolus
C)atherosclerosis
D)thrombus

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Thrombus refers to an abnormal clot attached to a vessel wall.

Answer: B
 Embolus refers to a detached blood clot or foreign substance that travels through the bloodstream and may cause a blockage in a smaller blood vessel.

Answer: C
 Atherosclerosis refers to the buildup of fatty deposits and plaque in the walls of arterial blood vessels, narrowing the blood vessels and restricting blood flow.

Answer: A
 Angina pectoris refers to chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle does not receive enough blood flow or oxygen. It is caused by narrowed or blocked coronary arteries.

Match the Cardiovascular Features, Labelled A