Heart Anatomy

Front

What are the two main types of chambers in the heart?

Back

Atria and Ventricles.

Front

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

Back

Ventricles.

Front

What is the function of the atria?

Back

To receive blood returning to the heart.

Front

What is the function of the ventricles?

Back

To pump blood out of the heart.

Front

What is the name of the valve that prevents backflow into the left atrium?

Back

Bicuspid valve (Mitral valve).

Front

What is the role of the aortic semilunar valve?

Back

To prevent backflow of blood from the aorta into the left ventricle.

Front

What structure brings oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart?

Back

Pulmonary veins.

Front

What is the apex of the heart?

Back

The pointed tip of the heart, located at the bottom.

Front

What is the aortic arch?

Back

The curved portion of the aorta that gives rise to major arteries supplying the head and arms.

Front

What is the role of the pulmonary semilunar valve?

Back

To prevent backflow of blood from the pulmonary artery into the right ventricle.