Structures of the Heart

Front

Which side of the heart pumps blood into the lungs?

Back

Right side of the heart pumps deoxygenated blood into the lungs for oxygenation.

Front

Name the artery that carries blood from the right ventricle to the lungs.

Back

Pulmonary artery carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle to the lungs.

Front

What is the name of the valve between the right atrium and right ventricle?

Back

Tricuspid valve is located between the right atrium and right ventricle.

Front

Identify the chamber of the heart that receives deoxygenated blood from the body.

Back

Right Atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the body through the superior and inferior vena cava.

Front

Which valve prevents backflow of blood from the aorta into the left ventricle?

Back

Aortic semilunar valve prevents backflow from the aorta into the left ventricle.

Front

What is the function of the left ventricle?

Back

The left ventricle pumps oxygenated blood to the body through the aorta.

Front

What is the role of the pulmonary veins?

Back

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

Front

Which structure 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 purpose of the heart valves?

Back

Heart valves ensure unidirectional blood flow and prevent backflow.

Front

Name the two main circuits of blood flow in the body.

Back

The two main circuits are the pulmonary circuit and the systemic circuit.