CAX IGCSE Biology KS4 The heart

Front

What color is deoxygenated blood?

Back

Blue

Front

What structure receives blood from the lungs?

Back

Left Atrium

Front

What structure carries deoxygenated blood from the body to the heart?

Back

Inferior Vena Cava

Front

Which chamber of the heart receives blood that is low in oxygen and high in carbon dioxide?

Back

Right Atrium

Front

What is the function of the Right Ventricle?

Back

Pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs for oxygenation.

Front

What is the role of the Left Ventricle?

Back

Pumps oxygenated blood to the rest of the body.

Front

What are the Left Pulmonary Veins responsible for?

Back

Carrying oxygenated blood from the lungs to the Left Atrium.

Front

What is the function of the Superior Vena Cava?

Back

Carries deoxygenated blood from the upper body to the Right Atrium.

Front

What is the main function of the heart?

Back

To pump blood throughout the body.

Front

What is the difference between oxygenated and deoxygenated blood?

Back

Oxygenated blood is rich in oxygen and appears red; deoxygenated blood is low in oxygen and appears blue.