The phase of the cardiac cycle when the ventricles relax and fill with blood is called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The phase of the cardiac cycle when the ventricles relax and fill with blood is called:
A. Atrial contraction
B. Systole
C. Diastole
D. Ejection phase
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Diastole is the relaxation phase of the cardiac cycle, during which the ventricles fill with blood from the atria. Systole is the contraction phase, pumping blood out. Atrial contraction (atrial systole) contributes to ventricular filling. Ejection phase is part of ventricular systole when blood is ejected. Normal diastolic and systolic pressures are 80 and 120 mmHg respectively.

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