Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Introduction to Organ Systems

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Multiple Choice

The fibrous skeleton of the heart is located between the and the .

epicardium; endocardium

atria; ventricles

left ventricle; right ventricle

pericardium; myocardium

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Understand the anatomy of the heart: The fibrous skeleton of the heart is a dense connective tissue structure that provides support and separates different regions of the heart. It plays a crucial role in maintaining the shape of the heart and electrically isolating the atria from the ventricles.

Review the layers of the heart: The heart has three main layers—epicardium (outer layer), myocardium (muscular middle layer), and endocardium (inner layer). The fibrous skeleton is not located between these layers but rather between specific chambers of the heart.

Focus on the chambers of the heart: The heart has four chambers—two atria (upper chambers) and two ventricles (lower chambers). The fibrous skeleton is positioned between the atria and ventricles to provide structural support and electrical separation.

Eliminate incorrect options: The fibrous skeleton is not located between the epicardium and endocardium, nor between the left ventricle and right ventricle, nor between the pericardium and myocardium. These options do not align with the anatomical function of the fibrous skeleton.

Conclude the correct location: The fibrous skeleton of the heart is located between the atria and the ventricles, serving as a critical structure for both mechanical and electrical functions.