4.1 Heart Structure Key Terms

Question 1

Aorta

Answer 1

Large arterial trunk that carries blood to be distributed by branch arteries throughout the body.

Question 2

Aortic Valve

Answer 2

Semilunar valve separating the aorta from the left ventricle that prevent blood from flowing back into the left ventricle

Question 3

Artery

Answer 3

Any of the tube-like vessels that carry blood from the heart throughout the body.

Question 4

Atrium

Answer 4

Anatomical cavity or passage; especially a chamber of the heart that receives blood from the