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Chapter 20, Problem 7LTB
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The heart is the muscular organ which is approximately the size of one’s fist. It is located behind and slightly left of the breastbone. The function of the heart is to pump the blood by arteries and veins. The whole network of arteries, veins, and heart is termed as cardiovascular system.
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