PBS 1.2.5

Front

What is the function of the left pulmonary vein?

Back

The left pulmonary vein carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart.

Front

Which chamber of the heart receives deoxygenated blood from the right atrium?

Back

The right ventricle receives deoxygenated blood from the right atrium and pumps it to the lungs.

Front

What is the tricuspid valve?

Back

The tricuspid valve is a valve located between the right atrium and right ventricle that prevents backflow of blood.

Front

What does letter G represent in the heart diagram?

Back

Letter G represents the left ventricle.

Front

What are pulmonary veins?

Back

Pulmonary veins are blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium.

Front

What is the role of the right atrium?

Back

The right atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the body through the vena cava.

Front

What is the function of the left atrium?

Back

The left atrium receives oxygenated blood from the pulmonary veins and pumps it into the left ventricle.

Front

What is the role of the aorta?

Back

The aorta is the main artery that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body.

Front

What is the significance of the vena cava?

Back

The vena cava is responsible for returning deoxygenated blood from the body back to the right atrium.

Front

What is the difference between the right and left ventricles?

Back

The right ventricle pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs, while the left ventricle pumps oxygenated blood to the body.