Exercise Effects on Heart · Physiology

Which valve prevents backflow of blood from the left ventricle into the left atrium?

  1. Aortic valve
  2. Pulmonary valve
  3. Mitral valve
  4. Tricuspid valve
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Correct answer: Mitral valve

The mitral valve separates the left atrium and left ventricle. It prevents regurgitation during ventricular systole.

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