Practice mode Circulation

The second heart sound ‘dub’ is produced by ____.

Correct answer C. closure of the semilunar valves

Explanation

At the end of ventricular systole, pressure in the ventricles falls below that in the aorta and pulmonary trunk, and the semilunar valves snap shut, producing the shorter, sharper 'dub'.

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