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1
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The study of the shape and structure of the human body is known as:

A-human anatomy
B-human physiology
C-gross anatomy
D-microscopic anatomy

A

A-human anatomy

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What is the basic living unit of all organisms?

A-tissue
B-organ
C-molecule
D-cell

A

D-cell

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What is the term 4 a group of cells w/similar structure and function?

A-tissue
B-organ
C-total organism
D-body system

A

A-tissue

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Which of the following is not an example of a organ?

A-liver
B-heart
C-stomach
D-muscle

A

D-muscle

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5
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Which of the following allows the knee 2 move freely by providing lubrication and reducing friction?

A-serous fluid
B-synovial membrane
C-synovial fluid
D-mucus

A

B-synovial membrane

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What type of muscle tissue is found in the stomach and intestines and is under involuntary control?

A-smooth muscle
B-striated muscle
C-skeletal muscle
D-cardiac muscle

A

A-smooth muscle

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7
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Which of the following is a large phagocytic cell that cleans up cellular debris?

A-macrophage
B-mast cell
C-fibroblast
D-RBC

A

A-macrophage

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What type of epithelial tissue consists of many layers of cells and forms the outer layer of the skin?

A-stratified squamous
B-simple columnar
C-complex squamous
D-simple squamous

A

A-stratified squamous

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9
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Which of the following structures increase the surface area available 4 the absorption of nutrients in2 the body?

A-microvilli
B-all of these
C-cilia
D-flagella
E-spindle fibers
A

A-microvilli

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10
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The microscopic study of tissues is know as?

A-embryology
B-histology
C-cytology
D-scitology

A

B-histology

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11
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Which of the following determines what can enter or leave a cell?

A-chromosomes
B-nucleolus
C-plasma membrane
D-nuclear membrane

A

C-plasma membrane

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What is the name of the control center that directs activites of the cell?

A-RNA
B-chromosomes
C-nucleus
D-nucleolus

A

C-nucleus

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13
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Which of the following structures that converts energy from nutrients in2 ATP that then provides energy 4 use by the body’s cells?

A-mitochondria
B-ribosomes
C-golgi apparatus
D-lysoosomes

A

A-mitochondria

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14
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Which of the following contains enzymes that function 2 destroy cellular debris and foreign particles?

A-mucus
B-vesicles
C-phagocytes
D-lysomes

A

C-phagocytes

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15
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Which of the following allows sperm 2 have a swimming motion?

A-cilia
B-mucus
C-all of these
D-cristae
E-flagella
A

E-flagella

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The movement of substances from a region of high concentration 2 a region of low concentration is known as?

A-active transport
B-negative feedback
C-osmosis
D-diffusion

A

D-diffusion

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17
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Visceral refers 2 which of the following?

A-glands
B-internal organs
C-nervous tissue
D-the wall of a body cavity

A

B-internal organs

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18
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Which of the following structures functions in protein synthesis?

A-cristae
B-ribosomes
C-RNA
D-chromosomes

A

B-ribosomes

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19
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Which of the following is a function of epithelial tissue?

A-absorption
B-protection
C-all of these
D-diffusion
E-secretion
A

C-all of these

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20
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Which system includes all the glands that secrete chemicals called hormones?

A-endocrine
B-integumentary
C-cardiovascular
D-nervous

A

A-endocrine

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21
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Which of the following identifies the region of the body that consists of the limbs?

A-axial
B-trunk
C-appendicular
D-lympahtic

A

C-appendicular

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22
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Which of the following is a cytoplasmic organelle known as a packaging and shipping plant?

A-chromatin
B-golgi apparatus
C-lysosomes
D-endoplasmic reticulum

A

B-golgi apparatus

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23
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What is a type of protein that regulates chemical reactions?

A-lysosome
B-enzyme
C-osmosis
D-ribosome

A

B-enzyme

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24
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What type of cell division produces gamete?

A-mitosis
B-meiosis
C-cytokinesis
D-prophase

A

B-meiosis

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25
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Which type of epithelium lines the intestines and asorbs nutrients?

A-simple squamous
B-simple columnar
C-stratified squamous
D-simple cuboidal

A

B-simple columnar

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26
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What type of epithelial is found on the lining of the urinary bladder?

A-transitional
B-glandular
C-stratified squamous
D-pseudostratified columnar

A

A-transitional

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27
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What type of cells found in mucus membranes?

A-macrophage
B-mitochondria
C-goblet cell
D-fibroblast

A

C-goblet cell

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28
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What type of cells found in connective tissue contain heparin and histamine?

A-chrondrocytes
B-canaliculi
C-mast cell
D-erythrocytes

A

C-mast cell

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29
Q

The most common type of cartilage is

A-elastic cartilage
B-ligaments
C-hyaline cartilage
D-fibrocartilage

A

C-hyaline cartilage

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30
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Which of the following body systems produces movement and maintains posture?

A-circulatory
B-muscular
C-nervous
D-digestive

A

B-muscular

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31
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Which of the following does NOT make up the integumentary system?

A-tongue
B-nails
C-skin
D-hair

A

A-tongue

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32
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What r the 2 layers that make up the skin?

A-dermis and subcutaneous layer
B-epidermis and dermis
C-stratum basale and reticular layer
D-epidermis and cuticle

A

B-epidermis and dermis

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33
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Which of the following r specialized epithelial cells that produce a dark pigment?

A-mast cells
B-fibroblasts
C-melanocytes
D-phagocytes

A

C-melanocytes

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34
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Which of the following is NOT embedded in the dermis?

A-hair
B-adipose tissue
C-sebaceous glands
D-nails

A

B-adipose tissue

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35
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Which of the following allows the body 2 detect changes in the environment?

A-sweat receptors
B-sweat pores
C-sensory receptors
D-cilia

A

C-sensory receptors

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36
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The papillae of the dermis r responsible 4:

A-waterproofing the skin
B-fingerprints and footprints
C-freckles
D-skin color

A

B-fingerprints and footprints

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37
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the subcutaneous layer?

A-cushions underlying organs
B-acts as a heart insulator
C-lubricates body surfaces
D-provides energy

A

C-lubricates body surfaces

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38
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The part of the hair that is visible is known as the:

A-cortex
B-medulla
C-root
D-shaft

A

D-shaft

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39
Q

What happens when the arrector pili muscles contract?

A-shivering
B-peristalsis
C-sneezing
D-goose bumps

A

D-goose bumps

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40
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The whitish, crescent-shaped area of the nail is known as the:

A-eponychium
B-lunula
C-nail root
D-nail matrix

A

B-lunula

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41
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The duct of a sweat gland opens 2 the surface of the skin through:

A-a sweat pore
B-a hair follicle
C-an arrector pili muscle
D-ceruminous gland

A

A-a sweat pore

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42
Q

What is needed 4 the body 2 absorb calcium in the body?

A-vitamin D
B-iron
C-phosphorus
D-vitamin A

A

A-vitamin D

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43
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The skin is also called the:

A-subcutaneous tissue
B-keratinous tissue
C-dermal membrane
D-cutaneous membrane

A

D-cutaneous membrane

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44
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What layer loosely anchors skin 2 underlying tissues?

A-epidermis layer
B-dermis layer
C-sebaceous layer
D-subcutaneous layer

A

D-subcutaneous layer

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45
Q

A large number of melanin granules will result in:

A-yellow skin
B-dark skin
C-light skin
D-red skin

A

B-dark skin

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46
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The inability 2 produce melanin will result in:

A-impetigo
B-albinism
C-dermatitis
D-alopecia

A

B-albinism

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47
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What r the thin plates of dead stratum corneum that contain a very hard type of keratin?

A-skin
B-nails
C-warts
D-hair

A

B-nails

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48
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The oily secretions from a sebaceous gland is called:

A-melanin
B-sebum
C-cerumen
D-sweat

A

B-sebum

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49
Q

In older adults reduced sebaceous gland activity causes:

A-age spots
B-dry, itchy skin
C-thin, transparent skin
D-sagging and wrinkles

A

B-dry, itchy skin

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50
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What r the modified sweat glands found in the external auditory canal called?

A-ceruminous glands
B-ceremoneous
C-cerimonious glands
D-ceremonious glands

A

A-ceruminous glands

51
Q

Which of the following is a function of the urinary system?

A-maintains normal pH of the blood
B-plays a role in the production of RBC's
C-rids the body of wastes
D-all of these
E-helps 2 regulate blood pressure
A

D-all of these

52
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Which of the following is not part of the urinary system?

A-kidneys
B-ureters
C-prostate gland
D-urinary bladder

A

C-prostate gland

53
Q

What r the 2 main parts of a nephron?

A-renal pyramids and renal columns
B-glomerulus and Bowman’s capsule
C-renal cortex and renal medulla
D-renal corpusle and renal tubule

A

D-renal corpusle and renal tubule

54
Q

What makes up the glomerulus?

A-neurons
B-loose connective tissue
C-hyaline tissue
D-cluster of capillaries

A

D-cluster of capillaries

55
Q

What is the term 4 the act of expelling urine?

A-mensuration
B-peristalsis
C-micturition
D-excretion

A

C-micturition

56
Q

Which of the following is an enzyme secreted by the kidneys that helps 2 regulate blood pressure?

A-renin
B-insulin
C-thyroid-stimulating hormone
D-epinephrine

57
Q

Which of the following substances is NOT reabsorbed in2 the body in the renal tubule?

A-urea
B-water
C-glucose
D-sodium

58
Q

Which of the following is a characteristic of the urethra in a male?

A-transports urine and semen
B-transports urine only
C-consists of fibrous connective tissue
D-is short

A

A-transports urine and semen

59
Q

What is the function of the ureters?

A-transports urine from the urinary bladder 2 the outside
B-filters the urine
C-assist in expelling urine from the urinary bladder
D-transport urine from the renal pelvis 2 the urinary bladder

A

D-transports urine from the renal pelvis 2 the urinary bladder

60
Q

Blood enters the glomerulus through the:

A-efferent arteriole
B-afferent arteriole
C-cystic duct
D-renal artery

A

B-afferent arteriole

61
Q

What is another name 4 the glomerulus capsule?

A-renal capsule
B-loop of Henle
C-Bowman’s capsule
D-proximal convoluted tubule

A

C-Bowmen’s capsule

62
Q

What is the functional unit of the kidney?

A-medulla
B-renal fascia
C-nephron
D-hilum

63
Q

The inner reddish brown region of the kidney is the:

A-renal pyramids
B-renal fascia
C-renal cortex
D-renal medulla

A

D-renal medulla

64
Q

What does the urinary system secrete 2 control RBC production?

A-renin
B-erythropoietin
C-glucose
D-angiotensinogen

A

B-erythropoietin

65
Q

What statement is NOT true regarding the urinary system?

A-the urethra is shorter in the male than the female
B-the right kidney is lower than the left kidney because of the liver
C-both kidneys r located in the retroperitonium
D-“hangovers” r from dehydration
E-these r all correct statments

A

A-the urethra is shorter in the male than the female

66
Q

The central region of the kidney that is continuous w/ureter and consists of a large cavity that collects urine as it is produced is called the:

A-renal helix
B-renal tubules
C-renal pelvis
D-renal ureter

A

C-renal pelvis

67
Q

Angiotensinogen is produced mainly by the:

A-liver
B-pancreas
C-prostate
D-pituatary gland

68
Q

Aging of the kidneys is general atrophy of the:

A-tubules
B-glomerulus
C-nephrons
D-afferent arterioles

A

C-nephrons

69
Q

Aging tubules cause thickening of the walls and diminish ability 2 reabsorb?

A-urea and sodium
B-glucose and sodium
C-glucose and water
D-urea and glucose

A

B-glucose and sodium

70
Q

Aging of the kidneys is general atrophy of the:

A-tubules
B-glomerulus
C-nephrons
D-afferent arterioles

A

C-nephrons

71
Q

Aging tubules cause thickening of the walls and diminish ability 2 reabsorb?

A-urea and sodium
B-glucose and sodium
C-glucose and water
D-urea and glucose

A

B-glucose and sodium

72
Q

Excessive urination is known as:

A-uromegly
B-urolilthasis
C-urinalysis
D-diuresis

A

D-diuresis

73
Q

What protects the heart and lungs?

A-vertebral column
B-rib cage
C-scapula
D-sternum

A

B-rib cage

74
Q

What mineral is needed 4 vital metabolic processes in the skeletal?

A-calcium
B-vitamin D
C-zinc
D-magnesium

75
Q

Yellow bone marrow contains mostly?

A-fat
B-hematopoietic materials
C-RBC’s
D-WBC’s

76
Q

In an adult, red marrow is found only in bones of the?

A-skull
B-all of these
C-pelvis
D-sternum

A

B-all of these

77
Q

The microscopic unit of compact bone is an?

A-ostocyte
B-osteon
C-osteoblast
D-osteoclast

78
Q

Which of the following statements r true?

A-osteoblasts build bone, osteoclasts break down bone and
osteocytes r mature bone cells
B-osteocytes build bone, osteoblasts break down bone and
osteoclasts r mature bone cells
C-none of these statements r correct
D-osteoclasts build bone, osteoblasts break down bone and
osteocytes r mature bone cells

A

A-osteoblasts build bone, osteoclasts break down bone and

osteocytes r mature bone cells

79
Q

There r small canals through the matrix called?

A-canaliculi
B-lacuna
C-trabeculae
D-osteon

A

A-canaliculi

80
Q

The fibula and the tibia r part of what classification of bone?

A-sesamoid bones
B-irregular bones
C-short bones
D-long bones

A

D-long bones

81
Q

The bones of the wrist and ankle r part of what classification of bone?

A-seasamoid bones
B-short bones
C-long bones
D-flat bones

A

B-short bones

82
Q

The shaft of a long bone is called?

A-medullary
B-diaphysis
C-endosteum
D-cancellous

A

B-diaphysis

83
Q

Thin connective tissue membrane that lines the medullary cavity is the?

A-periosteum
B-endosteum
C-medullary
D-diaphysis

A

B-endosteum

84
Q

The process of bone formation is called?

A-osteogenesis
B-haematopoiesis
C-hemopoiesis
D-thrombosis

A

A-osteogenesis

85
Q

The large opening on the lower surface of the occipital bone where the spinal cord passes through is called?

A-mandibular
B-manubrium
C-vertebral foramen
D-foramen magnum

A

D-foramen magnum

86
Q

Which bone projection helps form the prominence of the check?

A-zygomatic process
B-xiphoid process
C-palatine process
D-mastoid process

A

A-zygomatic process

87
Q

What is the protuberance behind the ear?

A-mastoid process
B-palatine process
C-sphenoid
D-ethmoid

A

A-mastoid process

88
Q

What bones form the upper jaw?

A-maxilla
B-mandible
C-zygomatic bone
D-parietal

89
Q

Which of the following is NOT true regarding the hyoid bone?

A-it articulates w/the mandible
B-provides attachment 2 the muscles of the floor of the mouth and the tongue
C-it is located between the mandible and the larynx
D-it is a U-shaped bone in the neck

A

A-it articulates w/the mandible

90
Q

What makes up the canal that contains the spinal cord?

A-vertebral arch
B-vertebral body
C-transverse process
D-vertebral foramen

A

D-vertebral foramen

91
Q

Which of the following is correct?

A-there r 7 thoracic vertebrae
B-there r 12 thoracic vertebrae
C-there r 5 cervical vertebrae
D-there r 6 lumbar vertebrae

A

B-there r 12 thoracic vertebrae

92
Q

What is the tailbone called?

A-ischium
B-coccyx
C-sacrum
D-acetabulum

93
Q

What is the name of the inferior notch of the sternum?

A-xiphoid process
B-acromian
C-glenoid fossa
D-capitulum

A

A-xiphoid process

94
Q

what is the name of the area where the ulna fits w/the humerus 2 form the elbow joint?

A-acromion process
B-glenoid fossa
C-olecranon fossa
D-acetabulum

A

C-olecranon fossa

95
Q

what is the name of the lower leg bone on the medial side of the leg?

A-femur
B-tibia
C-humerus
D-fibula

96
Q

The kneecap is also called?

A-patella
B-scapula
C-tarsus
D-clavicle

97
Q

Slightly movable joints like the symphysis pubis r called?

A-synarthroses
B-diarthroses
C-ball-and-socket
D-amphiarthroses

A

D-amphiarthroses

98
Q

Which of the following is the functioning unit of the muscle fiber?

A-sarcomere
B-synapse
C-T tubule
D-sarcoplasmic reticulum

A

A-sarcomere

99
Q

Which of the following is characteristic of skeletal muscle?

A-it is under voluntary control
B-it can respond 2 a stimulus
C-all of these
D-it can contract
E-it is attached 2 the bones of the skeleton
A

C-all of these

100
Q

In reference to location, brachii is the?

A-arm
B-leg
C-foot
D-wrist

101
Q

A muscle that opposes or reverses a particular movement is known as?

A-a prime mover
B-a secondary mover
C-a synergist
D-an antagonist

A

D-an antagonist

102
Q

Which of the following muscles is used 2 wink, blink and squint?

A-frontalis
B-orbicularis oris
C-buccinator
D-orbicularis oculi

A

D-orbicularis oculi

103
Q

What is the name of the dome shaped muscle that forms a partition between the thorax and abdomen?

A-diaphragm
B-rotator cuff
C-errector spinae
D-rectus adominis

A

A-diaphragm

104
Q

The function of the quadriceps femoris muscle is 2?

A-extend the thigh
B-adduct the thigh
C-flex the thigh
D-rotate the leg

A

A-extend the thigh

105
Q

What is another name 4 the calcaneal tendon?

A-insole
B-plantar tendon
C-ankle
D-Achille’s tendon

A

D-Achille’s tendon

106
Q

The proteins responsible 4 muscle fiber contraction r?

A-calmodulin and myosin
B-titin
C-actin and myocin
D-myocin and troponin

A

C-actin and myocin

107
Q

What muscle allows an individual 2 stand on his or her toes?

A-errector spinae
B-soleus
C-quadriceps femoris
D-gastrocnemius

A

D-gastrocnemius

108
Q

What r the 2 main divisions of the nervous system?

A-somatic NS and autonomic NS
B-central NS and peripheral NS
C-brain and spinal cord
D-sympathetic NS and parasympathetic NS

A

B-central NS and peripheral NS

109
Q

The function of a neuron is 2?

A-synthesize myelin
B-protect nerves from damage
C-regenerate nerve fibers
D-transmit nerve impulses

A

D-transmit nerve impulses

110
Q

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of neuroglia?

A-they conduct nerve impulses
B-they nourish neurons
C-they r capable of mitosis
D-they support and protect neurons

A

A-they conduct nerve impulses

111
Q

What is the name 4 the region of communication between 2 neurons?

A-threshold stimulus
B-synapse
C-internet
D-action potential

112
Q

What is the name given 2 a chemical that transmits a nerve impulse across a synaptic cleft from 1 neuron 2 another?

A-ion
B-neurotransmitter
C-cholinesterase
D-depolarizer

A

B-neurotransmitter

113
Q

Which of the following structures of the meninges is filled w/cerebrospinal fluid and contains blood vessels?

A-dura matter
B-subarachnoid space
C-arachnoid
D-pia matter

A

B-subarachnoid space

114
Q

What is the band of white fibers that connects the cerebral hemispheres?

A-arbor vitae
B-vermis
C-insula
D-corpus callosum

A

D-corpus callosum

115
Q

Which of the following divides the cerebrum in2 2 hemispheres?

A-transverse fissure
B-sagittal sulcus
C-longitudinal fissure
D-central sulcus

A

C-longitudinal fissure

116
Q

What is the name of the interconnected fluid filled cavities in the brain?

A-central canals
B-fossa
C-ventricles
D-dorsal columns

A

C-ventricles

117
Q

The peripheral nervous system is made up of?

A-effectors and ganglia
B-reflex arcs
C-cranial nerves and the brain
D-cranial nerves and spinal nerves

A

D-cranial nerves and spinal nerves

118
Q

How many pairs of spinal nerves r there in the body?

A-131
B-13
C-132
D-31

119
Q

The cytoplasm of a muscle fiber (cell) is known as the?

A-T tubule
B-sarcoplasm
C-sarcolemma
D-epimysium

A

B-sarcoplasm

120
Q

Which of the following stimulates skeletal muscles 2 contract?

A-sensory neurons
B-dendrites
C-motor neurons
D-mitochondria

A

C-motor neurons

121
Q

The energy source 4 muscle contractions is?

A-creatine
B-ATP
C-calcium
D-glycogen

122
Q

What causes anaerobic respiration 2 occur?

A-buildup of creatine phosphate
B-lack of oxygen
C-lack of carbon dioxide
D-contraction of the daiphragm

A

B-lack of oxygen

123
Q

Bending the elbow is an example of?

A-extension
B-flexion
C-pronation
D-supination

124
Q

Moving the arm away from the body is an example of?

A-abduction
B-circumduction
C-eversion
D-adduction

A

A-abduction

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