Vocabulary Term Details

Heart

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heart)

The heart is a hollow muscle that pumps blood throughout the blood vessels by repeated, rhythmic contractions. It is found in all animals with a circulatory system (including all vertebrates). (Wikipedia)

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Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Cardiovascular system
Heart ventricles
Myocardium
Heart diseases
Pericardium

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Approved Date
26-Mar-2013

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