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Difference between pulmonary artery and arota

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Comparison chart

Aorta versus Pulmonary Artery comparison chart

Aorta Pulmonary Artery

Definition The aorta is the artery that carries oxygenated blood to the entire body. The pulmonary artery carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs.

Function The function of the aorta is to carry oxygenated blood throughout the body. The function of the pulmonary artery is to deliver blood to the lungs for oxygenation.

Location The aorta is located at the top of the heart. The pulmonary artery is located directly beneath the aorta.

Type of circulation The aorta is part of the systemic circulation. The pulmonary trunk with left and right arteries are part of the pulmonary circulation.