Description: The ventricles are the two lower chambers of the heart, essential in the human circulatory system. They are divided into the right ventricle and the left ventricle, each with specific functions. The right ventricle receives deoxygenated blood from the body through the vena cavae and pumps it to the lungs via the pulmonary artery, where the blood is oxygenated. On the other hand, the left ventricle receives oxygenated blood from the lungs through the pulmonary veins and pushes it to the rest of the body through the aorta. This muscular structure is thicker in the left ventricle, as it needs to generate higher pressure to distribute blood throughout the organism. The ventricles work in a continuous cycle, coordinating with the atria, the upper chambers of the heart, to ensure efficient blood flow. Their proper functioning is vital for maintaining blood circulation and, therefore, the overall health of the organism. Alterations in ventricular function can lead to serious conditions such as heart failure, arrhythmias, or coronary diseases, highlighting the importance of these organs in human physiology.
