Explore the Heart

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Which layer of the heart is responsible for pumping blood?

  • Epicardium
  • Pericardium
  • Endocardium
  • Myocardium (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a function of the cardiovascular system?

  • Production of red blood cells (correct)
  • Removal of CO2
  • Delivery of oxygen
  • Circulation of blood

Which valves are responsible for the closure of the atrioventricular (AV) valves?

  • Pulmonic and Aortic
  • Tricuspid and Mitral (correct)
  • Semilunar and Aortic
  • Tricuspid and Pulmonic

What is the term for the volume of blood that returns to the heart?

<p>Preload (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a condition that influences stroke volume?

<p>Viscosity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which membrane covers the muscular pumping organ of the body?

<p>Pericardium (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the heart is responsible for the contraction of the atria and ventricles?

<p>Myocardium (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of blood vessels transport blood away from the heart?

<p>Arteries (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the closure of the atrioventricular (AV) valves, resulting in the 'LUB' sound?

<p>Tricuspid (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition influences stroke volume and is affected by circulating catecholamines in the sympathetic nervous system?

<p>Contractility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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