Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Heart

Heart — practice question

Fig. 2.1 is a diagram of the heart.
(a(i))[5]

Complete Fig. 2.1 by writing names on the label lines. Select the names from this list: aorta, atrium, muscular wall, pulmonary artery, pulmonary vein, septum, vena cava, ventricle.

(a(ii))[1]

State the name of the heart chamber that sends blood to the lungs.

(b(i))[2]

Use Fig. 2.2 to state student F's cardiac output at rest and at maximum exercise.

(b(ii))[2]

Calculate the percentage rise in cardiac output of student G from rest to maximum exercise. Show your working.

(b(iii))[2]

Suggest two ways in which the activity of the heart changes to cause a greater cardiac output.

(b(iv))[1]

During exercise, student F has a higher cardiac output than student G. Suggest one reason for this difference.

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