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What is the primary role of the heart?
What is the primary role of the heart?
- Pumping de-oxygenated blood to the lungs
- Receiving blood from the body and pumping it to the lungs to be oxygenated (correct)
- Pumping oxygenated blood to the body
- Receiving blood from the lungs
Where does the apex of the heart point?
Where does the apex of the heart point?
- Towards the left nipple (correct)
- Towards the spine
- Towards the right nipple
- Towards the sternum
What are the two main arteries of the heart called?
What are the two main arteries of the heart called?
- Aorta and pulmonary artery
- Superior and inferior vena cavae
- Pulmonary veins
- Coronary arteries (correct)
What is the approximate average weight of the heart in males?
What is the approximate average weight of the heart in males?
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Which chamber of the heart receives de-oxygenated blood from the body?
Which chamber of the heart receives de-oxygenated blood from the body?
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Study Notes
Heart Function and Structure
- The primary role of the heart is to pump blood throughout the body.
- The apex of the heart points downwards and towards the left.
Main Arteries
- The two main arteries of the heart are called the pulmonary artery and the aorta.
Heart Size and Weight
- The approximate average weight of the heart in males is 280-300 grams.
Blood Flow
- The right atrium receives de-oxygenated blood from the body.
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Test your knowledge of the human heart with this quiz! Explore the anatomy, chambers, valves, arteries, and functions of this vital organ. See how much you know about the conduction system and the circulation of blood through the heart.
