L11: Internal Structure Of Heart Flashcards
1
Q
What is the muscular ridge that separates the right atrium?
A
Crista terminalis
2
Q
How is the mitral valve anchored to the left ventricle?
A
Via papillary muscles
3
Q
What are the 2 types of valves in the heart?
A
Atrioventricular valves and semilunar valves
4
Q
What does the tricuspid valve do?
A
Transmit blood from right atrium to right ventricle
5
Q
What is each tricuspid valve cusp attached to?
A
A chordae tendinae
6
Q
What does the mitral valve do?
A
Transmit blood from the left atrium to left ventricle
7
Q
Which valve has stronger chordae tendinae?
A
Mitral valve
8
Q
What is the pulmonary valve formed of?
A
A fibrous ring
