Question

question
what term is used to describe the groove on the surface of the heart that indicates the position of the septum that forms the division between the left and right ventricles?
answer
sternocostal surface
diaphragmatic surface
posterior interventricular sulcus
anterior interventricular sulcus

Explanation:

• The sternocostal surface is the anterior surface of the heart related to the sternum and ribs.
• The diaphragmatic surface is the inferior surface of the heart related to the diaphragm.
• The posterior interventricular sulcus is on the posterior (inferior) surface of the heart and indicates the position of the inter - ventricular septum between the left and right ventricles.
• The anterior interventricular sulcus is on the anterior surface of the heart.

Answer:

Posterior interventricular sulcus