Question 1

What is the function of the serous membranes?

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They act to reduce f...

Question 2

A structure that is composed of two or more tissues would be an) .

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A)  complex tissue
B)  organ
C)  complex cell
D)  organ system

Question 3

Which cavity contains the bladder,some reproductive organs,and the rectum?

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Question 4

The parietal pleura would represent a serous membrane .

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A)  lining the thoracic cavity
B)  covering individual lungs
C)  covering the heart
D)  lining the abdominal cavity

Question 5

The dorsal body cavity is the site of which of the following?

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A)  brain
B)  liver
C)  intestines
D)  lungs

Question 6

Which of the following organs or structures would be found in the left iliac region?

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A)  liver
B)  intestines
C)  stomach
D)  appendix

Question 7

The cavity contains tiny bones that transmit sound vibrations to the organ of hearing in the inner ear.

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Question 8

The higher we go in the mountains,the greater the atmospheric pressure,which causes a loss of oxygen.Comment on this statement.

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The statement is bac...

Question 9

What does the "principle of complementarity of structures and function" mean?

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What a structure can...

Question 10

The anatomical position is used .

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A)  as a standard reference point for directional terms regardless of the actual position of the body
B)  as the most comfortable way to stand when dissecting a specimen
C)  rarely,because people don't usually assume this position
D)  only when a body is lying down

Question 11

Select the most correct statement.

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A)  Organ systems can be composed of cells or tissues,but not both.
B)  The immune system is closely associated with the lymphatic system.
C)  The endocrine system is not a true structural organ system.
D)  Organ systems operate independently of each other to maintain life.

Question 12

Why must a normal body temperature be maintained in order for chemical reactions to be continued at life- sustaining rates?

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If body temperature is too low,chemical ...

Question 13

The term pollex refers to the .

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A)  calf
B)  thumb
C)  great toe
D)  fingers

Question 14

Why are the abdominopelvic cavity organs the most vulnerable in an automobile accident?

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The walls of the abdominal cav...

Question 15

Which of the following would not be a functional characteristic of life?

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A)  maintenance of boundaries
B)  decay
C)  responsiveness to external stimuli
D)  movement

Question 16

What is the main,general purpose of negative feedback?

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A)  to control all body system tissues
B)  to keep the body's sugar high
C)  to maintain homeostasis
D)  to regulate excretion

Question 17

Choose the anatomical topic and definition that is not correctly matched.

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A)  Embryology: study of the changes in an individual from conception to birth.
B)  Microscopic anatomy: study of structures too small to be seen by the naked eye.
C)  Gross anatomy: study of structures visible to the eye.
D)  Cytology: study of the structures in a particular region.

Question 18

Place the following in correct sequence from simplest to most complex: 1.molecules
2) atoms
3) tissues
4) cells
5) organ

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A)  2- 1- 4- 3- 5
B)  2- 1- 3- 4- 5
C)  1- 2- 4- 3- 5
D)  1- 2- 3- 4- 5

Question 19

What is the serous membrane that covers the intestines called?

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Question 20

An increased rate of breathing as a result of an increased buildup of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream would be best described as an example of _ _.

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A)  responsiveness
B)  maintaining boundaries
C)  excretion of metabolic waste
D)  metabolism

Exam 1: The Human Body: an Orientation

What is the serous membrane that covers the intestines called?

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What is the main,general purpose of negative feedback?

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Why must a normal body temperature be maintained in order for chemical reactions to be continued at life- sustaining rates?

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Which of the following would not be a functional characteristic of life?

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The dorsal body cavity is the site of which of the following?

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What is the function of the serous membranes?

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A structure that is composed of two or more tissues would be an) .

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The higher we go in the mountains,the greater the atmospheric pressure,which causes a loss of oxygen.Comment on this statement.

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Which of the following organs or structures would be found in the left iliac region?

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What does the "principle of complementarity of structures and function" mean?

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An increased rate of breathing as a result of an increased buildup of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream would be best described as an example of _ _.

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Why are the abdominopelvic cavity organs the most vulnerable in an automobile accident?

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Place the following in correct sequence from simplest to most complex: 1.molecules 2) atoms 3) tissues 4) cells 5) organ

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Which cavity contains the bladder,some reproductive organs,and the rectum?

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The term pollex refers to the .

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Choose the anatomical topic and definition that is not correctly matched.

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The parietal pleura would represent a serous membrane .

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Select the most correct statement.

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The cavity contains tiny bones that transmit sound vibrations to the organ of hearing in the inner ear.

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The anatomical position is used .

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