Chambers and Valves of The Heart Flashcards
1
Q
How is the heart divided?
A
2 ATRIUMS
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2 VENTRICLES
2
Q
Name the receiving chambers for entry of blood, not involved in pumping?
A
ATRIUMS
3
Q
The right ventricle receives blood from the right atrium, and pumps it where?
A
PULMONARY ARTERY
to lungs
4
Q
The left ventricle receives blood from the left atrium, and pumps it where?
A
AORTA
to rest of body
5
Q
What prevents backflow of blood from the arteries to the ventricles?
A
SEMILUNAR VALVES
6
Q
Name the valves found between the atria and the ventricles?
A
ATRIOVENTRICULAR VALVES
7
Q
Name the valves found specifically between the left atrium and the left ventricle?
A
BICUSPID VALVES
8
Q
Name the valves found specifically between the right atrium and the right ventricle?
A
TRICUSPID VALVES
