Heart Anatomy & Blood Flow

Front

What is the primary function of the heart?

Back

To pump blood throughout the body.

Front

What does the aortic valve control?

Back

The flow of blood from the left ventricle to the aorta.

Front

What is the role of the left ventricle?

Back

To pump oxygenated blood to the rest of the body.

Front

Which side of the heart pumps deoxygenated blood?

Back

Right side.

Front

What is the function of the right ventricle?

Back

To pump deoxygenated blood to the lungs.

Front

What is the role of the left atrium?

Back

To receive oxygenated blood from the lungs.

Front

What is the function of the pulmonary valve?

Back

To control blood flow from the right ventricle to the pulmonary artery.

Front

What is the septum?

Back

The wall that separates the left and right sides of the heart.

Front

What is the significance of the coronary arteries?

Back

They supply blood to the heart muscle itself.

Front

What is the function of the heart valves?

Back

To prevent backflow of blood and ensure unidirectional flow.