The Parietal Branches of the Thoracic Aorta Include the ________

Question

The parietal branches of the thoracic aorta include the ________.
A) bronchial arteries
B) esophageal arteries
C) mediastinal arteries
D) pericardial arteries
E) intercostal arteries

Accepted Answer

The parietal branches of the thoracic aorta primarily include intercostal arteries, which supply the muscles and tissues of the thoracic cage. The other options listed are branches of other arteries, such as the bronchial arteries branching from the aorta but not specifically the parietal branches.