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Semilunar Valves: Function and Types by chloeesperano is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Heart valves play a vital role in regulating blood flow through the heart by ensuring it moves in only one direction. There are two main types of valves - the atrioventricular and semilunar valves. The atrioventricular valves have flaps that open during ventricular filling but close during contraction to prevent backflow into the atria. Semilunar valves are situated between the ventricles and main arteries, controlling blood flow out of the heart. Papillary muscles and chordae tendineae aid valve function b
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