Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · The heart

The heart — practice question

Mammals possess closed, double circulatory systems.
(a)[2]

Explain what is meant by closed and double when these terms are used for mammalian circulatory systems.

(b)[4]

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

(c(i))[2]

Calculate the heart rate over the time of the investigation. Show your working.

(c(ii))[4]

Describe and explain how the pressure changes as the catheter passes from the aorta into the left ventricle.

(d(i))[1]

Name the blood vessels shown in Fig. 5.3.

(d(ii))[1]

State the likely outcome of narrowing these blood vessels.

(e)[2]

Suggest ways in which the condition shown in Fig. 5.3 may be treated.

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