Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · The microscope in cell studies

The microscope in cell studies — practice question

Which statement correctly describes an event in the cardiac cycle that comes after atrial systole?

  • AA wave of excitation passes through the sinoatrial node (SAN), before spreading down to the base of the septum.
  • BElectrical impulses pass from the muscles of the atria to the muscles of the ventricles to cause ventricular systole.
  • CElectrical impulses pass through conducting fibres, which cause a delay before spreading to Purkyne tissue.
  • DThe opening and closing of the semilunar valves occurs later than the opening and closing of the atrioventricular valves.

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