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Recognize that heart activity can be monitored using an ECG (electrocardiogram), measuring pulse rate, and listening for the sounds of valve closure.

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Cambridge IGCSE Combined ScienceTransport in animalsCore content

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This point belongs to Heart, especially Heart outcomes.
You need to be able to recognize that heart activity can be monitored using an ECG (electrocardiogram), measuring pulse rate, and listening for the sounds of valve closure.
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Heart activity can be monitored using an ECG, measuring pulse rate, and listening for valve closure sounds.

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Explain the significance of using an ECG to monitor heart activity.
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