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Regarding structure of the human heart, Chordae Tendinae are present in:

Correct answer: C. Ventricles

  • A. Atria
  • B. Pulmonary valve
  • C. Ventricles
  • D. Aortic valve

Explanation

The chordae tendinae (tendinous cords), colloquially known as the heartstrings, are tendon-resembling fibrous cords of connective tissue that connect the papillary muscles to the tricuspid valve and the mitral valve in the heart. Hence are placed in the ventricles, as shown in the diagram below:

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