Circulatory System Review 2022

Front

Which vessel drains blood from the upper half of the body?

Back

Superior Vena Cava

Front

Part of the conduction system in the upper right atrium.

Back

Sinoatrial node (SA node)

Front

What is the myocardium?

Back

Cardiac muscle tissue

Front

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of VEINS?

Back

High oxygen content.

Front

Which chamber pumps blood through to the lungs?

Back

Right ventricle

Front

What is the function of the aorta?

Back

The aorta carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body.

Front

What role do valves play in the circulatory system?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between arteries and veins?

Back

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

Front

What is the role of the pulmonary artery?

Back

The pulmonary artery carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle to the lungs.

Front

What is the function of the left ventricle?

Back

The left ventricle pumps oxygenated blood to the body.