7:8.1.2 Labeling the Heart

Front

What are the upper chambers of the heart called?

Back

Atria

Front

What are the lower chambers of the heart called?

Back

Ventricles

Front

How many valves are present in the human heart?

Back

4

Front

What is the function of the atria?

Back

To receive blood from the body and lungs.

Front

What is the function of the ventricles?

Back

To pump blood out of the heart.

Front

What separates the left and right sides of the heart?

Back

The septum.

Front

What is the role of heart valves?

Back

To prevent backflow of blood.

Front

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

Back

Mitral valve.

Front

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

Back

Tricuspid valve.

Front

What is the purpose of the pulmonary valve?

Back

To control blood flow from the right ventricle to the lungs.