anatomy of the heart Flashcards
1
Q
the 4 chambers of the heart are?
A
two atria (right atrium & left atrium) and two ventricles (right ventricle & left ventricle)
2
Q
which two chambers contain deoxygenated blood?
A
left atrium & ventricle
3
Q
what structure separates the two sides of the heart?
A
septum
4
Q
what structures cover the atria
A
superior vena cava
5
Q
what is the function of the valves within the heart?
A
to prevent blood from flowing backwards
6
Q
what are the two atrioventricular valves?
A
tricupid and bicuspid valve
7
Q
what are the two semilunar valves?
A
pulmonary and aortic valves
