Q. The upper chambers of the heart are the
β
Correct Answer: (B)
Atria
Explanation:
The human heart has four chambers:
- Two upper chambers called atria (singular: atrium)
- Two lower chambers called ventricles
The atria receive blood:
- Right atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the body.
- Left atrium receives oxygenated blood from the lungs.
Why other options are incorrect:
- (A) Ventricles β These are the lower chambers.
- (C) Both A & B β Incorrect because only atria are the upper chambers.
- (D) None of the above β Incorrect as atria is the right answer.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
The human heart has four chambers:
- Two upper chambers called atria (singular: atrium)
- Two lower chambers called ventricles
The atria receive blood:
- Right atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the body.
- Left atrium receives oxygenated blood from the lungs.
Why other options are incorrect:
- (A) Ventricles β These are the lower chambers.
- (C) Both A & B β Incorrect because only atria are the upper chambers.
- (D) None of the above β Incorrect as atria is the right answer.