How well do you know your heart? Take the quiz and see.

1. How many chambers does the human heart have?

2. Two

3. Three

4. Four

5. Five
   

   2. What is the name of the largest artery in the human body?

   1. Aorta

   2. Carotid

   3. Radial

   4. Abdominal
      

   3. Which side of the heart pumps oxygenated blood to the body?

   1. Right

   2. Left
      

   4. What is the average resting heart rate for a healthy adult?

   1. 45-55 beats per minute

   2. 55-75 beats per minute

   3. 55 -85 beats per minute

   4. 65-59 beats per minute
      

   5. How much blood does the average heart pump every minute

   1. 2 liters

   2. 3liters

   3. 4 liters

   4. 5 liters
      

   6. How many times does the average human heart beat per day?

   1. 75,000

   2. 80,000

   3. 98,000

   4. 100,000

Your heart is a powerful muscle that needs to be treated with respect.  Make sure you get regular exercise; eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats; get 7-9 hours of sleep; manage stress; stay connected; and monitor your blood pressure and cholesterol.

Answers

1. The human heart has four chambers: two atria and two ventricles.

2. The largest artery is the aorta.

3. The left side of the heart pumps oxygenated blood to the body.

4. The average resting heart rate for a healthy adult is 55-85 beats per minute.

5. The heart pumps about 5 liters (1.3 gallons) of blood every minute, which adds up to about 7,200 liters (1,900 gallons) of blood each day.

6. The average human heart beats about 100,000 times per day.