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The heart is a muscular organ found in most animals. This organ pumps blood through the blood vessels of the circulatory system. The pumped blood carries oxygen and nutrients to the body, while carrying metabolic waste such as carbon dioxide to the lungs.
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May 16, 2024 · Learn about the heart, a muscular organ that pumps blood through the body and lungs. Explore its structure, function, diagram, and facts from Britannica, the trusted source of knowledge.
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The human heart has four chambers or closed spaces. Some animals have only two or three chambers. Heart structure: Arrows show the direction of blood flow. In humans, the four chambers are two atria and two ventricles. Atria is talking about two chambers; atrium is talking about one chamber.