Laboratory Manual for Human Anatomy & Physiology Main Version
Laboratory Manual for Human Anatomy & Physiology Main Version
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781260159110
Author: Terry Martin
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Higher Education (us)
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Chapter 64, Problem 1.2A
Summary Introduction

To determine:

The relation between the thickness of heart chambers with their functions.

Introduction:

The circulatory system of a pig contains a four-chambered heart that pumps blood to and from the lungs and other body parts. The blood transports back to the heart via veins and the blood is transported to the other body parts by arteries.

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