What is the difference between a thrombus and an embolus?

A. An embolus is a clot of blood and is in motion. A thrombus is foreign material and is stationary. When a thrombus breaks off, it becomes a thromboembolus.
B. An embolus is a clot of blood and is stationary. A thrombus is foreign material and is in motion. When an embolus breaks off, it becomes a thromboembolus.
C. A thrombus is a clot of blood and is in motion. An embolus is foreign material and is stationary. When an embolus breaks off, it becomes a thromboembolus.
D. A thrombus is a clot of blood and is stationary. An embolus is foreign material and is in motion. When a thrombus breaks off, it becomes a thromboembolus.


Answer: D

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