PBS 1.2.5 Flashcardizz Review (Heart)

Front

What is the structure referred to as Structure 5 in the heart?

Back

The superior vena cava.

Front

Which structure controls the flow of blood in one direction between the left atrium and the left ventricle?

Back

Structure 11 (the mitral valve).

Front

What is the primary purpose of the heart valves?

Back

To prevent blood from backflowing/going in the wrong direction.

Front

What is another name for the bicuspid valve?

Back

Mitral valve.

Front

After blood leaves the right ventricle, where does it go next?

Back

To the pulmonary artery through the pulmonary valve.

Front

What are the four main chambers of the heart?

Back

Right atrium, right ventricle, left atrium, left ventricle.

Front

What is the function of the right atrium?

Back

To receive deoxygenated blood from the body via the superior and inferior vena cavae.

Front

What is the role of the left ventricle?

Back

To pump oxygenated blood to the body through the aorta.

Front

What is the significance of the pulmonary valve?

Back

It controls blood flow from the right ventricle to the pulmonary artery.

Front

What is the difference between the aorta and the pulmonary artery?

Back

The aorta carries oxygenated blood to the body, while the pulmonary artery carries deoxygenated blood to the lungs.