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Pacemaker Cell

Published on Nov 25, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

PACEMAKER CELL

BY:JT STEINER

Their job: The pacemaker cell sets the
heart rate.

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Where is it found:
The Pacemaker cell is found in the heart.

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The sinoatrial node is what controls the muscles in the heart primarily and sends the signal to the muscles for it to beat. It is the primary pacemaker.

The atrioventricular node is the secondary pacemaker in case of the sinoatrial node failing.

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The shape of the cell helps it send signals faster.

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WHAT SYSTEM IS IT FOUND IN?

  • The Pacemaker cell is found in the circulatory system.
Photo by Rob Swatski