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The Heart
Identification of the parts that make up the human heart
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Anatomy
3rd Grade
04/16/2012

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Arteries
Definition
These carry blood AWAY from the heart.
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Veins
Definition
They RETURN blood to the heart.
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Atria
Definition
The two chambers on the top part of the heart. These chambers fill with blood that is returning to the heart from the body and lungs.
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Ventricles
Definition
The two chambers on the bottom part of the heart. These chambers send the blood to the body and the lungs.
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Septum
Definition
Separates the left side and the right side of the heart.
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Valves
Definition
Lets blood in and keeps it there by closing.
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