Heart Anatomy

Front

What is the function of the pulmonary veins?

Back

The pulmonary veins bring oxygenated blood from the lungs back to the heart.

Front

Which chambers of the heart are larger, atria or ventricles?

Back

Ventricles are larger than atria.

Front

What is the main artery that carries blood away from the heart?

Back

The aorta is the main artery that carries blood away from the heart.

Front

What is the role of the mitral valve?

Back

The mitral valve, also known as the bicuspid valve, allows blood to flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle.

Front

What are the three main branches of the aorta?

Back

The three main branches of the aorta are the left subclavian artery, left common carotid artery, and brachiocephalic artery.

Front

What is the function of the coronary arteries?

Back

Coronary arteries supply blood to the heart muscle itself.

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 purpose of heart valves?

Back

Heart valves prevent the backflow of blood and ensure it flows in one direction.

Front

What is the significance of the aortic arch?

Back

The aortic arch is the part of the aorta that curves and gives rise to major arteries supplying the head, neck, and arms.

Front

What is the role of the right atrium?

Back

The right atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the body through the superior and inferior vena cavae.