1.3.2 - Function of the Heart
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Practice Questions
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What is the main function of the heart?
💡 Hint: Think about what it means to deliver blood.
Define pulmonary circulation.
💡 Hint: Remember, pulmonary connects to lungs.
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What does the right side of the heart do?
💡 Hint: Think about where deoxygenated blood goes for fresh oxygen.
True or False: The left atrium receives deoxygenated blood.
💡 Hint: Consider where the blood comes from before it reaches the left atrium.
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If a person has a condition that affects the right side of the heart, what symptoms might they experience during physical activity?
💡 Hint: Consider how exercise demands more oxygen than usual.
Describe how the efficiency of the heart can impact long-term health.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when any organ doesn't receive enough oxygen.
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