Chapter 1 Quiz Flashcards
Which of the following statements most accurately describes the complementary of anatomy and physiology?
A) physiology is more concrete than anatomy, because it describes structure that can be seen
B) functions occur because of the anatomy that exists within the body
C) anatomy describes the form of the body which is more concrete than physiology because we can see anatomical structure
D) anatomy can be described only by the underlying physiology
B
Which structural organization is considered to be the highest (most complex) level?
A) chemical
B) organ
C) organismal
D) cellular
C
Which life process generates the raw materials and energy needed to sustain all other life processes?
A) responsiveness
B) movement
C) metabolism
D) reproduction
C
Which organ systems function as control systems, communication with other cells and organs to regulate their activities?
A) cardiovascular and digestive systems
B) nervous and cardiovascular systems
C) cardiovascular and endocrine systems
D) nervous and endocrine systems
D
In homeostatic control mechanism, which component monitors the environment?
A) control center
B) stimulus
C) effector
D) receptor
D
Which of the following is an example of a positive feedback?
A) reducing of blood sugar by the hormone insulin
B) forming a platelet plug during blood clotting
C) withdrawing your hand from a painful stimulus, like broken glass
D) shivering to warm your body up in cold weather
B
Which of the following anatomy terms matches the anatomical description “anterior and distal?”
A) curls
B) metatarsals
C) popliteal
D) femoral
B
Which directional term is used to describe the relationship of the skin to the skeletal muscles?
A) superficial
B) medial
C) lateral
D) deep
A
Which body cavity is further separated into other cavities?
A) pelvic
B) pleural
C) thoracic
D) pericardial
C
What is the role of the serous membranes covering some organs?
A) to provide a protective outer covering for the organ
B) to prevent friction between the organ and body cavity wall
C) to serve as extra tissues for blood flow to the organ
D) to provide passage of nutrients for the organ tissues
B
