Tim Taylor is a senior writer at Innerbody Research focusing on human anatomy and physiology. Tim earned both his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and his Master's degree in Teaching from the University of Pittsburgh.

Last updated: Dec 9th, 2024

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The mitral valve, also known as the bicuspid valve, is found between the left atruim and left ventricle. Two cusps form this valve. Its cusps are attached to papillary muscles by way of the chordae tendinae and it allows blood to enter the left ventricle from the left atrium.

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