3.2.5: The mammalian heart Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what is found on the left side of the heart?
A
the aorta, pulmonary vein, left atrium, left ventricle
2
Q
what is found on right side of the heart?
A
pulmonary artery, vena cava, right atrium, right ventricle
3
Q
what valves are found in the heart?
A
atrioventricular valves, pulmonary valves, aortic valve
4
Q
what kind of atrioventricular valve is found between right atrium and right ventricle?
A
tricuspid valve
5
Q
what atrioventricular valve is found on left side of heart?
A
bicuspid valve
6
Q
what are coronary arteries and what is their role?
A
arteries on surface of heart that provide blood for aerobic respiration
