Which Structure Does Blood Pass Through Immediately Before It Enters

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which structure does blood pass through immediately before it enters the left ventricle?

• A)vena cava
• B)aorta
• C)atrioventricular valve
• D)semilunar valve
• E)left atrium

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Definitions:

Plasma

The fluid part of blood holding the blood cells in suspension, primarily composed of water and proteins.

Formed Elements

Refers to the cellular components of blood, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

Liquid Portion

Refers to the liquid component of a mixture or substance, often used in a biological context to describe the fluid part of blood (plasma).

Plasma

The liquid component of blood, without cells, consisting mainly of water, proteins, salts, lipids, and glucose, which serves as a medium for transporting nutrients, hormones, and waste products.