State the part of the body supplied by each of the following arteries: (p. 303) a. Bronchial b. Femoral c. Hepatic d. Brachial e. Inferior mesenteric f. Internal carotid g. Subclavian h. Intercostal

Short Answer: The bronchial artery supplies the bronchi and bronchial tissues in the lungs. The femoral artery supplies the thigh, gluteal region, and parts of the lower leg. The hepatic artery supplies blood to the liver. The brachial artery supplies the arm, elbow, forearm, and hand. The inferior mesenteric artery provides blood to the lower portions of the large intestine, including the descending colon, sigmoid colon, and rectum. The internal carotid artery supplies the brain. The subclavian artery provides blood to the upper limbs, neck, chest, and head. Lastly, the intercostal arteries supply the muscles of the chest wall and intercostal muscles, as well as the spinal cord and vertebrae.