The left ventricle has a thicker muscle wall than the right ventricle because it needs to generate higher pressure for a stronger contraction to pump blood throughout the entire body.
- Left ventricle - stronger contraction needed to generate higher pressure - to pump blood around the body
| Front | Which has a thicker muscle wall, right or left ventricle? |
|---|---|
| Back | - Left ventricle - stronger contraction needed to generate higher pressure - to pump blood around the body |
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