Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Heart

Heart — practice question

Fig. 3.1 shows a diagrammatic cross-section of a human heart.
(a(i))[1]

On Fig. 3.1, place an X to show the position of the left atrium.

(a(ii))[2]

On Fig. 3.1, use a label line and the correct name to identify a structure that allows blood to flow in one direction only.

(a(iii))[1]

State two letters that show arteries in Fig. 3.1.

(a(iv))[1]

State the name of the structure that separates the left and right sides of the heart.

(a(v))[1]

State the name of the main tissue from which the wall of the heart is made.

(b(i))[3]

Using the information in Fig. 3.2, describe the similarities and differences between the percentages of males and females with CHD.

(b(ii))[3]

State three risk factors for CHD that are not shown in Fig. 3.2.

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