The Function
What is the Hearts Function?
To pump blood throughout the body
Can you live without a heart?
No
What happens if your heart fails?
You could die, or need a transplant.
What side of your body is the Heart located?
The left side.
What mammal cannot jump?
Elephant
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What is a heart transplant?
When doctors replace your failing heart with a healthy one.
Is Broken heart syndrome real?
Yes, a persons heart can be effected by emotions.
Do all animals have a heart?
No, not all animal have a heart.
What body parts never stop growing in your whole life?
Your nose & ears.
How many chambers does a heart have?
4
Why do people need heart transplants?
Some peoples hearts suffer or have failures.
Can a person survive without a beating heart?
Yes, but not for very long, only 5-8 minutes.
What system is the Heart part if?
The circulatory system.
How many times does your heart beat in a day?
100,000 beats every day.
What is the normal blood pressure?
Around or less than 120/80 mmHg
How long does it take for a Heart Transplant?
3-6 hours.
Can holding your breath for to long make your heart stop beating?
Yes, but most of the time it only leads to damage.
What is another organ that sits close to the heart?
The lungs
How many blood vessels are in your body?
60, 000 miles worth.
How much blood is pumped in a day.
Around 2000 gallons
Name an animal without a heart.
- Worms
- Jellyfish
- Starfish
Does exercising strengthen your heart?
Yes, because it builds up muscle.
Does the heart have a scientific name, if so what is it?
Yes, it is the myocardium.
If a heart could drive what would its speed be?
20 miles per hour