Biology (11th Edition)

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Chapter 49 - The Circulatory System - Review Questions - Synthesize - Page 1039: 4

Answer

A mechanical pacemaker takes the place of the SA node, so malfunctions of the SA would be signs: irregular heartbeat and/or irregular eletrical activity in the heart.

Work Step by Step

First, review normal pacemaker function in the body; imagine from that what symptoms arise when it fails to function properly. From that, you can deduce the symptoms.
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