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Vika [28.1K]
3 years ago
11

Identify the structure of the human heart which is valve between the left atrium and left ventricle of the heart, consisting of

two triangular flaps of tissue that prevents blood from flowing back into the atrium. Also, called the bicuspid valve. (check out the hint)
A) mitral valve
B) aortic valve
C) tricuspid valve
D) pulmonary valve
Biology
2 answers:
iren [92.7K]3 years ago
7 0
A. Mitral Value is the answer
ZanzabumX [31]3 years ago
7 0

Answer:

A) Mitral valve

Explanation:

Mitral valve is the bicuspid atrioventricular (AV) valve that is present between left atrium and left ventricle.  Since it has two cusps (triangular flaps of tissue), it is called as bicuspid valve. Function of mitral valve is to direct the flow of blood and prevent any back flow of blood from left ventricle to left atrium.

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