Explain what is meant by closed and double when these terms are used for mammalian circulatory systems.
Use label lines and the letters P, Q, R and S to identify the following on Fig. 5.1: P the right atrium Q a semilunar valve R a blood vessel that carries deoxygenated blood S the position of Purkyne tissue
Calculate the heart rate over the time of the investigation. Show your working.
Describe and explain how the pressure changes as the catheter passes from the aorta into the left ventricle.
Name the blood vessels shown in Fig. 5.3.
State the likely outcome of narrowing these blood vessels.
Suggest ways in which the condition shown in Fig. 5.3 may be treated.