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The semilunar valves?

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Why are the semilunar valves called semilunar valves?
Semilunar ("semi":half, "luna": moon)Semilunar valves are called semilunar because flaps of semilunar valves resemble half moon.
Why are semilunar valves called semilunar?
Semilunar valves are called semilunar because flaps of semilunar valves resemble half moon.
What is the role of the semilunar valves?
prevent the back flow of blood from ventricle to aorta
What is the location of the Pulmonary semilunar valve?
Between the right ventricle and pulmonary artery
Why are the valves called semilunar?
semilunar valves are called semilunar because they look like half a moon. If something is not full in biology it is called 'semi' and lunar means the moon. So basicaly its called that because the...