In what order does blood flow through the heart?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the sequence of blood flow through the heart, which involves the various chambers and valves as blood circulates through the heart and to the rest of the body.
Answer
Right atrium -> Right ventricle -> Pulmonary artery -> Lungs -> Left atrium -> Left ventricle -> Aorta
The final answer is: Deoxygenated blood enters the right atrium, flows into the right ventricle, goes to the lungs via the pulmonary artery, returns to the left atrium, flows into the left ventricle, and is then pumped into the aorta.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is: Deoxygenated blood enters the right atrium, flows into the right ventricle, goes to the lungs via the pulmonary artery, returns to the left atrium, flows into the left ventricle, and is then pumped into the aorta.
More Information
The sequence ensures efficient oxygenation of blood and removal of carbon dioxide, vital for body function.
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing the right and left sides of the heart or the order of blood flow, especially between the atria and ventricles.
Sources
- The Circulatory System - khanacademy.org
- Overview of the Vascular System - merckmanuals.com
