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Anatomy of the Heart



Ventricles



What are ventricles?

  • The heart is divided into four chambers that are connected by valves. The lower two chambers of the heart are called the left ventricle and the right ventricle.

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Function:

  • Right Ventricle: Receives blood from the right atrium and pumps it to the pulmonary artery.

  • Left Ventricle: Receives blood from the left atrium and pumps it to the aorta.



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