A Swishy Murmur Heard Between the Second and First Heart

question 285

Short Answer

A swishy murmur heard between the second and first heart sounds is indicative of a(n) ____________________ (stenotic or insufficient) ____________________ (AV or semilunar) valve.

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Definitions:

Glycolysis

The metabolic pathway that converts glucose into pyruvate, releasing energy and forming ATP and NADH, occurring in the cytoplasm of cells.

Glycolysis

A metabolic process that breaks down carbohydrates and sugars through a series of enzymatic reactions to produce pyruvate, ATP, and NADH.

Reduction Reaction

A chemical reaction that involves the gain of electrons or the decrease in oxidation state by a molecule, atom, or ion.

Carbon Dioxide

Produced during the burning of carbon and organic matter as well as through the respiration process, this odorless, colorless gas is a natural part of the atmosphere and essential for photosynthesis in plants.