Unit 8 | Review #1

Front

What is systemic circulation?

Back

Systemic circulation is the process where oxygen-rich blood travels from the heart to all body tissues except the lungs.

Front

What are the top chambers of the heart called?

Back

The top chambers of the heart are called atria.

Front

Identify the left atrium in a diagram of the heart.

Back

The left atrium is one of the four chambers of the heart, located at the top left.

Front

Which type of blood vessel usually carries oxygen-poor blood?

Back

Veins usually carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart.

Front

Identify the left ventricle in a diagram of the heart.

Back

The left ventricle is located at the bottom left of the heart and pumps oxygen-rich blood to the body.

Front

What is the function of the right atrium?

Back

The right atrium receives oxygen-poor blood from the body and sends it to the right ventricle.

Front

What is the role of arteries in the circulatory system?

Back

Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the body.

Front

What is the interventricular septum?

Back

The interventricular septum is the wall that separates the left and right ventricles of the heart.

Front

What is the function of heart valves?

Back

Heart valves prevent the backflow of blood and ensure it flows in one direction through the heart.

Front

What is pulmonary circulation?

Back

Pulmonary circulation is the process where oxygen-poor blood is transported from the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.