The semilunar valves of the heart function by:
A. preventing backflow of blood into the atria.
B. minimizing the forward flow of blood.
C. attaching to the papillary muscles.
D. preventing backflow of blood into the ventricles.
Ans: D. preventing backflow of blood into the ventricles.
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