Which of the following statements is false regarding atrial systole?
A. The atria then repolarize and relax.
B. The atria depolarize and contract together creating decreased volume and higher pressure in the atria than the ventricles.
C. The increased pressure pushes blood through the AV valves into the atria.
D. Blood rushes in from the vena cavae and pulmonary veins to fill the right and left atria.
Answer: D
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