Which part of the heart receives deoxygenated blood from whole body?
Correct answer: A. Right Atrium
- A. Right Atrium
- B. Left Atrium
- C. Right Ventricle
- D. Left Ventricle
Explanation
The right atrium is the part of the heart that receives deoxygenated blood from the whole body via the superior and inferior vena cava. This blood is then pumped into the right ventricle, which in turn pumps it to the lungs for oxygenation.
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