Question

a blood clot that forms abnormally in a blood vessel is called a(n) ____________. multiple choice thrombus aneurysm platelet plug embolus

Explanation:

A thrombus is an abnormal blood - clot that forms within a blood vessel. An aneurysm is a bulge in a blood vessel wall, a platelet plug is part of the normal blood - clotting process at a site of injury, and an embolus is a clot or other material that travels through the bloodstream.

Answer:

A. thrombus