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The rhythmic sequence of contractions is coordinated by the sinoatrial and atrioventricular nodes. The sinoatrial node, often known as the cardiac pacemaker, is located in the upper wall of the right atrium and is responsible for the wave of electrical stimulation (See action potential) that initiates atria contraction. Once the wave reaches the atrioventricular node, situated in the lower right atrium, it is conducted through the bundles of His and causes contraction of the ventricles.


Yes, even down to individual cells create their own engery and waste.

2006-10-18 23:54:26 · answer #1 · answered by Louis T 3 · 0 0

There are a few groups of cell in your heart called Pacemaker Cells. These cells' only job is to contract every so often. In that contraction, the electrical current in and around the cell changes for an instant. The cells ajacent to them detect the electrical changes, causing them to beat as well, creating a domino-like effect.
Cardiology is a facinating subject, but what I've told you is only the begining. There is so much the heart can do, and so much that can go wrong. By the way, when you shick someone (called defibrilation) you are actually stoppign the heart, not starting it.

2006-10-19 06:59:16 · answer #2 · answered by cmtemtb 2 · 0 0

Every Living Being generate
current. The same can be measured
with a 6 1/2 digit Digital Multimeter. The
current will be shown in Milivolt ampere
reading.

This is because of the static charges
created in the body, because of the mo-
vements of various parts, including
the heart.

Take the two probes, wet the skin
of the body and you can see the reading
yourself after touching.

2006-10-19 07:24:11 · answer #3 · answered by pianist 5 · 0 0

Yes, generated by their own body. The cardiac cells are capable of generation an electrical current.

2006-10-19 06:52:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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