Valves in the Heart
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What is the function of the atrioventricular valves?

  • Help with oxygen exchange
  • Regulate blood pressure
  • Control blood flow between atria and ventricles (correct)
  • Control blood flow between aorta and pulmonary artery

    • What is the name of the right atrioventricular valve?

  • Bicuspid valve
  • Tricuspid valve (correct)
  • Pentacuspid valve
  • Quadricuspid valve

    • What is the role of the chordae tendineae in relation to the atrioventricular valves?

  • Control blood flow between atria and ventricles
  • Prevent backflow during ventricular contraction
  • Regulate blood pressure
  • Connect the valves' leaflets to the papillary muscles (correct)

    • How many leaflets does the left atrioventricular valve, also known as the mitral valve, have?

    <p>Two</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when the papillary muscles are relaxed?

    <p>Open the valves and allow blood flow between chambers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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