What are the 4 main valves in the heart, and where are each of them located?

Mitral valve and tricuspid valves control blood flow from the atria to the ventricles. Mitral on the right side, and tricuspid on the left side of the heart

Aortic valve controls blood flow between the left ventricle and the aorta

Pulmonary valve controls blood flow between the right ventricle and the pulmonary arteries.

HP
Answered by Harriet P. Human Biology tutor

3606 Views

See similar Human Biology A Level tutors

Related Human Biology A Level answers

All answers ▸

Explain how one risk factor can lead to the development of coronary heart disease (CHD)


If a person has a very poor diet they may have a very low concentration of proteins in the blood. This may cause oedema. Explain Why


Outline the events that occur within the heart, which cause blood to move around the body.


Differences between the natural and the artificial active response by the immunology system.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning