Q.

Is it true that the chordae tendineae prevents the valves of heart from movement by holding the flaps tightly against the strong flow of blood?

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a

True

b

False

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

The above given statement is true.

  • Chordae Tendineae are thread like tendons of papillary muscles that are inserted upon the flaps of tricuspid and bicuspid valves.
  • They are also known as the heart strings since they resemble small pieces of string. 
  • They are responsible for holding the atrioventricular valves in place while the heart is pumping blood.

Hence, option A is the correct answer.

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Is it true that the chordae tendineae prevents the valves of heart from movement by holding the flaps tightly against the strong flow of blood?