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What is the function of the superior/inferior vena cava?
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The superior/inferior vena cava brings blood to the heart
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What is the function of the aorta?
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The aorta transports blood to the body
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What is the function of the coronary sinus?
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The coronary sinus drains blood from vessels
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What is the Pulmonary Trunk?
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The only exit from the right ventricle
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What is the function of Pulmonary Veins?
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Pulmonary Veins carry aerated blood from lungs to the heart
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What are the 4 valves of the heart?
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-Tricuspid Valve
-Bicuspid Valve -Pulmonary Semilunar Valve -Aortic Semilunar Valve |
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What is the direction of blood flow?
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Blood flows through the heart from high pressure to low pressure
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What is a cuase of an increase of blood pressure in the heart?
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An increase of blood pressure forces blood through a valve and into the ventricles.
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