Heart Anatomy Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the left ventricle known as?

Chamber that pumps blood to the lungs

Workhorse of the heart (correct)

Valve located between right atrium and right ventricle

Chamber that receives blood from the body

What is the function of the tricuspid valve?

Valve located between the right atrium and right ventricle

What does the left atrium do?

Receives blood from the lungs

What is the role of the aorta?

Transports blood to the entire body Signup and view all the answers

What is the pulmonary artery?

Transports blood from the lungs to the left atrium Signup and view all the answers

What chamber of the heart receives blood from the body?

Right atrium Signup and view all the answers

What does the right ventricle do?

Pumps blood to the lungs Signup and view all the answers

Where is the semilunar valve located?

In the aorta and the pulmonary artery Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the pulmonary vein?

Provides a pathway for deoxygenated blood to return to the lungs Signup and view all the answers

What is the mitral valve?

Atrioventricular valve between the left atrium and left ventricle Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Heart Anatomy and Function

Left Ventricle: Main chamber responsible for pumping oxygenated blood throughout the body; referred to as the heart's "workhorse."
Tricuspid Valve: Valve located at the opening between the right atrium and right ventricle; plays a crucial role in regulating blood flow.
Left Atrium: Chamber that receives blood rich in oxygen from the lungs, facilitating circulation within the heart.
Aorta: Largest artery in the body; essential for transporting oxygenated blood to all body parts.
Pulmonary Artery: Vessel that carries deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.
Right Atrium: Chamber that collects deoxygenated blood returning from the body's tissues, preparing it for the lungs.
Right Ventricle: Chamber responsible for pumping deoxygenated blood to the lungs via the pulmonary artery.
Semilunar Valve: Type of valve found at the base of the aorta and the pulmonary artery; prevents backflow of blood.
Pulmonary Vein: Blood vessels that transport oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium.
Mitral Valve: Valve located between the left atrium and left ventricle; ensures unidirectional blood flow within the heart.

Description

Test your knowledge of the heart's anatomy with these flashcards. Each card provides key terms such as the left ventricle and tricuspid valve, along with their definitions. Perfect for medical students and anyone interested in learning about human physiology.