Question 1

All organ systems are formed and functioning by the _____ month of fetal development.

Accepted Answer

A) second 
B) third 
C) fourth 
D) fifth 
A) second 
B) third 
C) fourth 
D) fifth

Question 2

Between the ages of 30 and 75, the number of nephron units in the kidney decreases by almost:

Accepted Answer

A) 20%. 
B) 30%. 
C) 40%. 
D) 50%. 
A) 20%. 
B) 30%. 
C) 40%. 
D) 50%.

Question 3

The presence of glaucoma increases with age.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-Develops into an important fetal membrane in the placenta

Accepted Answer

A) Parturition 
B) Chorion 
C) Neonate 
D) Zygote 
E) Organogenesis
F)Blastocyst
G)Gestation
H)Morula
I)Senescence
J)Primary germ layers
K)Histogenesis
L)Embryology
M)Implantation
N)Fertilization 
A) Parturition 
B) Chorion 
C) Neonate 
D) Zygote 
E) Organogenesis
F)Blastocyst
G)Gestation
H)Morula
I)Senescence
J)Primary germ layers
K)Histogenesis
L)Embryology
M)Implantation
N)Fertilization

Question 5

The yolk sac does not have a nutritive function.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description.
-Degenerative joint disease

Accepted Answer

A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia 
A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia

Question 7

An infant is able to follow a moving object with its eyes by the end of the _____ month.

Accepted Answer

A) first 
B) second 
C) third 
D) fourth 
A) first 
B) second 
C) third 
D) fourth

Question 8

Crossing over can add almost infinite variety to the genetic makeup of an individual.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The study of aging is called gerontology.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Compare and contrast the two different processes that can result in twinning.

Accepted Answer

Twinning can occur through two different

Question 11

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description.
-Condition in which fatty deposits build up on the walls of blood vessels

Accepted Answer

A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia 
A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia

Question 12

Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-Length of pregnancy; approximately 39 weeks in humans

Accepted Answer

A) Parturition 
B) Chorion 
C) Neonate 
D) Zygote 
E) Organogenesis
F)Blastocyst
G)Gestation
H)Morula
I)Senescence
J)Primary germ layers
K)Histogenesis
L)Embryology
M)Implantation
N)Fertilization 
A) Parturition 
B) Chorion 
C) Neonate 
D) Zygote 
E) Organogenesis
F)Blastocyst
G)Gestation
H)Morula
I)Senescence
J)Primary germ layers
K)Histogenesis
L)Embryology
M)Implantation
N)Fertilization

Question 13

Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-Fertilized ovum

Accepted Answer

A) Parturition 
B) Chorion 
C) Neonate 
D) Zygote 
E) Organogenesis
F)Blastocyst
G)Gestation
H)Morula
I)Senescence
J)Primary germ layers
K)Histogenesis
L)Embryology
M)Implantation
N)Fertilization 
A) Parturition 
B) Chorion 
C) Neonate 
D) Zygote 
E) Organogenesis
F)Blastocyst
G)Gestation
H)Morula
I)Senescence
J)Primary germ layers
K)Histogenesis
L)Embryology
M)Implantation
N)Fertilization

Question 14

Explain the development of the fertilized ovum from the time of fertilization to implantation in the wall of the uterus.

Accepted Answer

After fertilization, the fertilized ovum

Question 15

The primary germ layer that forms many of the structures around the periphery of the body is the:

Accepted Answer

A) endoderm. 
B) mesoderm. 
C) ectoderm. 
D) epiderm. 
A) endoderm. 
B) mesoderm. 
C) ectoderm. 
D) epiderm.

Question 16

Select four systems and explain the effects of aging on each system.

Accepted Answer

1. Cardiovascular System: As we age, the

Question 17

A condition in which the placenta separates from the uterine wall is called:

Accepted Answer

A) ectopic pregnancy. 
B) abruptio placentae. 
C) placenta previa. 
D) eclampsia. 
A) ectopic pregnancy. 
B) abruptio placentae. 
C) placenta previa. 
D) eclampsia.

Question 18

The effects of aging cause the ribs to gradually become "fixed" to the sternum and breathing becomes more difficult.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description.
-High blood pressure

Accepted Answer

A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia 
A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia

Question 20

As people get older, muscle mass typically remains the same.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 47: Growth, Development, and Aging

All organ systems are formed and functioning by the _____ month of fetal development.

Between the ages of 30 and 75, the number of nephron units in the kidney decreases by almost:

The presence of glaucoma increases with age.

Match each term with its corresponding definition. -Develops into an important fetal membrane in the placenta

The yolk sac does not have a nutritive function.

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -Degenerative joint disease

An infant is able to follow a moving object with its eyes by the end of the _____ month.

Crossing over can add almost infinite variety to the genetic makeup of an individual.

The study of aging is called gerontology.

Compare and contrast the two different processes that can result in twinning.

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -Condition in which fatty deposits build up on the walls of blood vessels

Match each term with its corresponding definition. -Length of pregnancy; approximately 39 weeks in humans

Match each term with its corresponding definition. -Fertilized ovum

Explain the development of the fertilized ovum from the time of fertilization to implantation in the wall of the uterus.

The primary germ layer that forms many of the structures around the periphery of the body is the:

Select four systems and explain the effects of aging on each system.

A condition in which the placenta separates from the uterine wall is called:

The effects of aging cause the ribs to gradually become "fixed" to the sternum and breathing becomes more difficult.

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -High blood pressure

As people get older, muscle mass typically remains the same.

Organization of the Body

Homeostasis

Chemistry of Life

Biomolecules

Cell Structure

Cell Function

Cell Growth and Development

Introduction to Tissues

Tissue Types

Skin

Skeletal Tissues

Axial Skeleton

Appendicular Skeleton

Articulations

Axial Muscles

Appendicular Muscles

Muscle Contraction

Nervous System Cells

Nerve Signaling

Central Nervous System

Peripheral Nervous System

Autonomic Nervous System

General Senses

Special Senses

Endocrine Regulation

Endocrine Glands

Blood

Heart

Blood Vessels

Circulation of the Blood

Lymphatic System

Innate Immunity

Adaptive Immunity

Stress

Respiratory Tract

Ventilation

Gas Exchange Transport

Upper Digestive Tract

Lower Digestive Tract

Digestion and Absorption

Nutrition and Metabolism

Urinary System

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Acid-Base Balance

Male Reproductive System

Female Reproductive System

Genetics and Heredity

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