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Why are the coronary arteries so called?

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1. Heart muscle is supplied by two arteries namely right and left coronary arteries.
2. These arteries are the first branch of the aorta.
3. Arteries usually surround the heart in the manner of a crown, hence called coronary artery.
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  • Coronary artery supplies blood to:

    A
    Mammary glands
    B
    Rib muscles
    C
    Skin
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    Heart

  • Coronary heart disease is due to

    A
    Streptococci bacteria
    B
    Inflammation of pericardium
    C
    Weakening of heart valves
    D
    Insufficient blood supply to heart muscles

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