Heart Anatomy

Front

What is the main function of the heart?

Back

To pump blood throughout the body.

Front

What are the four main chambers of the heart?

Back

Right atrium, Right ventricle, Left atrium, Left ventricle.

Front

What type of blood does the right atrium receive?

Back

De-oxygenated blood from the body.

Front

What is the role of the left ventricle?

Back

To pump oxygenated blood to the body.

Front

What is the function of the right ventricle?

Back

To pump de-oxygenated blood to the lungs.

Front

What are the two main types of blood vessels associated with the heart?

Back

Arteries and veins.

Front

What is the purpose of the valves in the heart?

Back

To prevent backflow of blood.

Front

What is the name of the valve between the right atrium and right ventricle?

Back

Tricuspid valve.

Front

What is the name of the valve between the left atrium and left ventricle?

Back

Mitral valve.

Front

Where does oxygenated blood return to the heart?

Back

Left atrium via the pulmonary veins.