Cardiovascular system Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
What does the heart act as?
A
A pump
2
Q
Where is the heart located?
A
Underneath the sternum
3
Q
What is the outside of the heart surrounded by?
A
Twin layered sac also known as pericardium
4
Q
What is in-between the heart and the pericardium?
A
Pericardial fluid
5
Q
What is the function of pericardial fluid?
A
Important to prevent friction
6
Q
What are the three layers of the heart?
A
Epicardium
Myocardium
Endocardium
7
Q
What is the functions of the septum?
A
It separates the right and left side of the atrium and ventricles - keeping oxygenated and deoxygenated blood separate
8
Q
What are the septums made of?
A
Muscle - make up muscular walls
9
Q
What is the role of the ventricles?
A
Pumping chambers of the heart
