The term for relaxation of the chambers of the heart is:
A)blood pressure
B)diastole
C)systole
D)hypotension

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Diastole refers to the relaxation of the chambers of the heart, allowing blood to flow into them. Choice A (blood pressure) refers to the force of blood against the walls of blood vessels and can occur during both systole and diastole. Choice C (systole) refers to the contraction of the chambers of the heart, forcing blood out into circulation. Choice D (hypotension) refers to abnormally low blood pressure and is not specific to the relaxation of the heart chambers.

The Term for Relaxation of the Chambers of the Heart