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Date May 2023 Marks available [Maximum mark: 2] Reference code 23M.2.SL.TZ1.3c
Level SL Paper 2 Time zone TZ1
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23M.2.SL.TZ1.3c
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Explain the function of the left ventricle.

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  1. contracts to generate high pressure / pumps blood at high pressure;
  2. pump blood (through the aorta) to all parts of the body (apart from the lungs);
  3. receives blood from the left atrium;
  4. contraction is stimulated by the AV node;

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