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what is the term that describes a blood clot that becomes lodged in a b…

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what is the term that describes a blood clot that becomes lodged in a blood vessel? a embolus b aneurysm c infarction d patent ductus

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

An embolus is a blood - clot or other mass that gets lodged in a blood vessel, blocking blood flow. An aneurysm is a bulge in a blood vessel wall. Infarction is tissue death due to lack of blood supply. Patent ductus is an open blood vessel that should have closed after birth.

Answer:

A. embolus