The atria of the heart

A. are separated from each other by the interventricular septum.
B. function primarily as reservoirs for blood collection.
C. function primarily as the pumps of the heart.
D. receive blood from the aorta and pulmonary trunk.
E. have all of these characteristics


Answer: B. function primarily as reservoirs for blood collection.

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