Question 1

Agriculture began in some countries as recently as ________ years ago.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Agriculture began in some countries as recently...

Question 2

A parietal layer of a serous membrane ________, whereas a visceral layer of a serous membrane ________.

Accepted Answer

A) covers organs; lines cavities 
B) lines cavities; covers organs 
C) secretes serous fluid; secretes mucus 
D) secretes mucus; secretes a serous fluid 
A) covers organs; lines cavities 
B) lines cavities; covers organs 
C) secretes serous fluid; secretes mucus 
D) secretes mucus; secretes a serous fluid

Question 3

Ceroid pigments and lipofuscin accumulate with aging, impairing a cell's ability to withstand the damaging effects of oxygen free radicals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The origin of the term "anatomy" is related to

Accepted Answer

A) the Greek word for "function." 
B) the name of the first anatomist. 
C) the Greek word for "cutting up." 
D) the function of internal organs. 
A) the Greek word for "function." 
B) the name of the first anatomist. 
C) the Greek word for "cutting up." 
D) the function of internal organs.

Question 5

The transition from a hunter-gatherer to an agricultural lifestyle greatly changed the types of diseases and injuries that early peoples suffered.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The anatomy of a body part is closely related to its physiology.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Kidneys are part of the lymphatic system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A researcher has questions about the structure of the mesentery, a tissue connecting the intestines to the wall of the abdominal cavity. They begin researching its location, components, and its specific structures. This researcher is studying the physiology of the organ.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The potential space between the ________  membranes is called the pleural cavity.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The potential space between the ________  membranes...

Question 10

The thoracic cavity lies ________the abdominopelvic cavity.

Accepted Answer

A) dorsal (posterior)to 
B) ventral (anterior)to 
C) superior to 
D) inferior to 
A) dorsal (posterior)to 
B) ventral (anterior)to 
C) superior to 
D) inferior to

Question 11

The muscular system is responsible for body movements, maintenance of posture, and production of body heat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Temperature is a form of energy, whereas heat is a measurement of the intensity of the temperature.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The following list accurately represents levels of organization in the body from smallest to
largest: nucleus → chromosome → liver cell→ liver epithelial tissue → liver→ digestive system

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The activities of an anatomist consist of ________, whereas those of a physiologist consist of ________.

Accepted Answer

A) observing body parts; studying functions of body parts 
B) conducting experiments; making microscopic examinations 
C) studying molecules; observing forms of the body parts 
D) sketching; dissecting 
A) observing body parts; studying functions of body parts 
B) conducting experiments; making microscopic examinations 
C) studying molecules; observing forms of the body parts 
D) sketching; dissecting

Question 15

Deep vein thrombosis, heart attack, and high blood pressure are all diseases of the ________ system.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Deep vein thrombosis, heart attack, and high...

Question 16

In all organisms, the basic unit of structure and function is

Accepted Answer

A) the atom. 
B) the molecule. 
C) the macromolecule. 
D) the cell. 
A) the atom. 
B) the molecule. 
C) the macromolecule. 
D) the cell.

Question 17

Which of the following processes does not help to maintain the life of an individual organism?

Accepted Answer

A) Responsiveness 
B) Movement 
C) Reproduction 
D) Respiration 
A) Responsiveness 
B) Movement 
C) Reproduction 
D) Respiration

Question 18

Maintaining a stable internal environment typically requires

Accepted Answer

A) positive feedback mechanisms. 
B) an unstable outside environment. 
C) decreased atmospheric pressure. 
D) negative feedback mechanisms. 
A) positive feedback mechanisms. 
B) an unstable outside environment. 
C) decreased atmospheric pressure. 
D) negative feedback mechanisms.

Question 19

Assimilation is

Accepted Answer

A) changing absorbed substances into different chemical forms. 
B) breaking down foods into nutrients that the body can absorb. 
C) eliminating waste from the body. 
D) an increase in body size without a change in overall shape. 
A) changing absorbed substances into different chemical forms. 
B) breaking down foods into nutrients that the body can absorb. 
C) eliminating waste from the body. 
D) an increase in body size without a change in overall shape.

Question 20

Homeostasis is the body's maintenance of an unstable internal environment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 1: Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology

Agriculture began in some countries as recently as ________ years ago.

A parietal layer of a serous membrane ________, whereas a visceral layer of a serous membrane ________.

Ceroid pigments and lipofuscin accumulate with aging, impairing a cell's ability to withstand the damaging effects of oxygen free radicals.

The origin of the term "anatomy" is related to

The transition from a hunter-gatherer to an agricultural lifestyle greatly changed the types of diseases and injuries that early peoples suffered.

The anatomy of a body part is closely related to its physiology.

Kidneys are part of the lymphatic system.

A researcher has questions about the structure of the mesentery, a tissue connecting the intestines to the wall of the abdominal cavity. They begin researching its location, components, and its specific structures. This researcher is studying the physiology of the organ.

The potential space between the ________ membranes is called the pleural cavity.

The thoracic cavity lies ________the abdominopelvic cavity.

The muscular system is responsible for body movements, maintenance of posture, and production of body heat.

Temperature is a form of energy, whereas heat is a measurement of the intensity of the temperature.

The following list accurately represents levels of organization in the body from smallest to largest: nucleus → chromosome → liver cell→ liver epithelial tissue → liver→ digestive system

The activities of an anatomist consist of ________, whereas those of a physiologist consist of ________.

Deep vein thrombosis, heart attack, and high blood pressure are all diseases of the ________ system.

In all organisms, the basic unit of structure and function is

Which of the following processes does not help to maintain the life of an individual organism?

Maintaining a stable internal environment typically requires

Assimilation is

Homeostasis is the body's maintenance of an unstable internal environment.

Chemical Basis of Life

Cells

Cellular Metabolism

Tissues

Integumentary System

Skeletal System

Joints of the Skeletal System

Muscular System

Nervous System I: Basic Structure and Function

Nervous System II: Divisions of the Nervous System

Nervous System III: Senses

Endocrine System

Blood

Cardiovascular System

Lymphatic System and Immunity

Digestive System

Nutrition and Metabolism

Respiratory System

Urinary System

Water, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance

Reproductive Systems

Pregnancy, Growth, and Development

Genetics and Genomics

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A parietal layer of a serous membrane , whereas a visceral layer of a serous membrane .

The activities of an anatomist consist of , whereas those of a physiologist consist of .