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During the systole phase of the cardiac cycle, the left ventricle contracts and blood is pumped into the aorta. Which of these valves prevents a backflow of blood into the left atrium?

A. aortic valve
B. tricuspid valve
C. mitral valve

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The correct answer is C. MITRAL VALVE

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MITRAL VALVE

Location: Between the left atrium and left ventricle

Function: Prevents backflow of blood to the left atrium when the left ventricle contracts
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