The Heart Flashcards

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What are the coronary arteries?

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The coronary arteries are what supplies the muscle that make up your heart with oxygen.

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How does deoxygenated blood flow through the heart?

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Deoxygenated blood enters the heart through the right atrium from the vena cava. It flows through the right ventricle and out of the pulmonary artery to be supplied with oxygen.

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How does oxygenated blood flow through the heart?

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Oxygenated blood enters the heart through the left atrium from the pulmonary vein. It travels through the left ventricle, a d leaves through the aorta.

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