Practice mode Circulation

During ventricular systole, the semilunar valves open when ____.

Correct answer D. ventricular pressure exceeds the pressure in the aorta and pulmonary trunk

Explanation

Valves open and close in response to pressure differences. Once ventricular pressure rises above arterial pressure, the semilunar valves are pushed open and blood is ejected.

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