Question

The superior vena cava is formed by the merging of the _______ veins.

Answer 1

Answer:

The superior vena cava is formed by the merging of the right and left brachiocephalic veins.

Explanation:

The superior vena cava is one of the main veins of the human body, it is responsible for receiving blood from the head, neck, upper chest and upper limbs. It is formed by the union of the right and left brachiocephalic veins, they originate from the junction of the subclavian vein with the internal jugular vein to form the right and left brachiocephalic venous trunk, both trunks join or merge into a single trunk and they form the superior vena cava, which flows into the upper part of the right atrium.