Heart Flashcards
1
Q
What is the heart
A
The heart is a muscular organ which pumps blood around the body.
2
Q
What is the heart made out of?
A
It is made out of a special type of muscle that does not tire.
3
Q
What is the heart divided into?
A
4 chambers, 2 atrium and 2 ventricles.
4
Q
What is the heart also known as ?
A
The double pump
5
Q
Describe the left ventricle.
A
The left ventricle wall is very thick because it has to pump blood all around the body.
6
Q
Describe the Right ventricle.
A
The right ventricle wall is less thick because it just pumps blood to the lungs.
