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The Annulus fibrosus functions as an electral insulator how?
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It allows one normal electrical pathway between the atria and ventricles.
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Which of the following is incorrect concerning ventricular muscles?
A. They are arranged in a 360 degree spiral from the base B. They consist of two major functional layers C. They are oriented clockwise / counterclockwise D. They are composed of 2 anatomical layers of muscle |
B. They consist of two major functional layers
three layers: endo-, mid wall, epi- |
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During left ventricular contraction, what are the oblique muscles doing?
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Shortening primarily from apex to base
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The left ventricle is _____ in shape, while the right ventricle is ______.
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conical; crescent
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Atrial muscle fiber contraction causes blood in the atria to move towards the opening of the _________ valves.
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atrio-ventricular
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