10 Questions
What is the function of the coronary artery?
To nourish the heart with oxygen-rich blood
Where is the primary pacemaker of the heart located?
Junction of SVC and RA
What is the role of the AV node in the heart's conduction system?
To delay the electrical impulse to allow ventricular filling
What happens at the interventricular septum?
It divides into R and L main bundle branches
What triggers myocardial contraction in the heart?
Changes in voltage across the cell membrane
What is the function of the SA node in the heart's conduction system?
Serve as the primary pacemaker of the heart
What is the role of the AV node in the heart's conduction system?
Delay the electrical impulse to allow ventricular filling
What occurs in the pulmonary circulation?
Gas exchange
What is the function of the coronary artery?
Nourish the heart with oxygen-rich blood
Where are the Purkinje fibers located in the heart?
Walls of the ventricles
Test your knowledge of the human circulatory system with this quiz. Explore topics such as gas exchange in pulmonary circulation, blood flow in the adult circulation, coronary artery function, and the intrinsic conduction system of the heart. See how well you understand the intricate workings of the cardiovascular system.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
