Introduction to Veterinary Science ch 4

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What is Hardware disease?

Back

A condition in ruminants caused by the ingestion of metal, leading to infection as it migrates through their bodies.

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What is the function of heart valves?

Back

Heart valves keep blood flowing in one direction, preventing backflow.

Front

What maintains the regular rhythm of the heart?

Back

The pacemaker system, which coordinates the cardiac cycle of contraction and relaxation.

Front

What are veins?

Back

Vessels that transport blood back to the heart.

Front

What role do leukocytes play in the body?

Back

Leukocytes help to fight infection.

Front

What is the cardiac cycle?

Back

The cardiac cycle refers to one complete contraction and relaxation of the heart.

Front

What is the difference between arteries and veins?

Back

Arteries carry blood away from the heart, while veins carry blood back to the heart.

Front

What is the primary function of the heart?

Back

To pump blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients.

Front

What is systole?

Back

Systole is the phase of the cardiac cycle when the heart muscle contracts and pumps blood.

Front

What is diastole?

Back

Diastole is the phase of the cardiac cycle when the heart muscle relaxes and fills with blood.