The Heart

Front

What is the function of the pulmonary artery?

Back

The pulmonary artery carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle of the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.

Front

What are the two main types of chambers in the heart?

Back

The two main types of chambers in the heart are atria (upper chambers) and ventricles (lower chambers).

Front

What is the name of the chamber that receives deoxygenated blood from the body?

Back

The right atrium.

Front

What is the name of the chamber that pumps oxygenated blood to the body?

Back

The left ventricle.

Front

What is the role of the left atrium in the heart?

Back

The left atrium receives oxygenated blood from the lungs via the pulmonary veins.

Front

What is the primary function of the heart?

Back

The primary function of the heart is to pump blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients while removing waste products.

Front

What separates the left and right sides of the heart?

Back

The septum separates the left and right sides of the heart.

Front

What is the significance of the heart valves?

Back

Heart valves ensure unidirectional blood flow through the heart and prevent backflow.

Front

What are the four main chambers of the heart?

Back

The four main chambers of the heart are the right atrium, right ventricle, left atrium, and left ventricle.

Front

What is the role of the right ventricle?

Back

The right ventricle pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs through the pulmonary artery.