The Aortic Arch Curves from the ________ and Makes a U-Turn

Question

The aortic arch curves from the ________ and makes a U-turn.
A) left ventricle
B) abdominal aorta
C) ascending aorta
D) thoracic aorta

Accepted Answer

The aortic arch curves from the ascending aorta and makes a U-turn, continuing as the descending aorta. The ascending aorta arises from the left ventricle, giving rise to the aortic arch.