Asked by Johnny Terfehr on May 27, 2024

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Which of the following valves prevents blood from flowing back into the right ventricle?

A) Tricuspid
B) Bicuspid
C) Pulmonary semilunar
D) Aortic semilunar
E) Left atrioventricular

Right Ventricle

One of the four chambers of the heart, responsible for pumping oxygen-depleted blood to the lungs.

Pulmonary Semilunar

Referring to the pulmonary semilunar valve, one of the heart's valves that prevents blood from flowing back into the right ventricle from the pulmonary artery.

Tricuspid

Referring to a valve in the heart that lies between the right atrium and the right ventricle, ensuring the flow of blood in one direction.

  • Recognize the names and roles of various heart valves.
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Negin FallahJun 03, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The pulmonary semilunar valve prevents blood from flowing back into the right ventricle after it has been pumped into the pulmonary artery towards the lungs.