Heart Anatomy

Front

How many chambers does the heart have?

Back

4

Front

What is the name of the vessel that carries un-oxygenated blood from the top of the heart to the right atrium?

Back

Superior vena cava

Front

What is the name of the vessel that carries un-oxygenated blood from the bottom of the heart to the right atrium?

Back

Inferior vena cava

Front

Which side of the heart is responsible for pumping oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body?

Back

Left side

Front

What is the function of a valve in the heart?

Back

A flap of tissue that prevents blood from flowing backward.

Front

What separates the left and right sides of the heart?

Back

Septum

Front

What is the role of the aorta in the circulatory system?

Back

It carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body.

Front

What type of blood do pulmonary veins carry?

Back

Oxygen-rich blood to the left atrium.

Front

What is the primary function of the right atrium?

Back

To receive un-oxygenated blood from the body.

Front

What is the primary function of the left atrium?

Back

To receive oxygen-rich blood from the lungs.