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A comprehensive set of multiple-choice questions and answers covering key concepts in aphy 101, an introductory anatomy and physiology course. It covers topics such as bone structure, skeletal system functions, tissue types, and basic physiological principles. The questions are designed to test understanding of fundamental anatomical and physiological concepts, making it a valuable resource for students preparing for exams.
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Rounded process that usually articulates with another bone -Tubercle -Condyle -Fossa -Process -Foramen - ANSWERS-Condyle
QUESTION 2
Small, knoblike process -Tubercle -Condyle -Fossa -Process -Foramen - ANSWERS-Tubercle
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Opening through a bone -Tubercle -Condyle -Fossa -Process -Foramen - ANSWERS-Foramen
QUESTION 4
Relatively deep pit or depression -Tubercle -Condyle -Fossa -Process -Foramen - ANSWERS-Fossa
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Based on their shape, the bones of the cranium can be classified as what type of bone? -Flat bones -Long bones -Short bones -Irregular bones - ANSWERS-Flat bones
QUESTION 8
It is possible to determine if a child's long bone is growing by examining a radiograph of the bone and looking for a(n) _____. -diaphysis -epiphyseal plate -articular cartilage -medullary cavity - ANSWERS-epiphyseal plate
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The atlas is one of the _____vertebrae. -thoracic -cervical -lumbar -sacral - ANSWERS-cervical
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Ribs that join the sternum directly by costal cartilages are called __________ ribs. -true false floating vertebrochondral - ANSWERS-true
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Expanded end of a bone. -Epiphysis -Diaphysis -Articular Cartilage -Periosteum -Endosteum - ANSWERS-Epiphysis
Part that covers the epihphysis -Epiphysis -Diaphysis -Articular Cartilage -Periosteum -Endosteum - ANSWERS-Articular Cartilage
Thin membrane lining spaces and cavities -Epiphysis -Diaphysis -Articular Cartilage -Periosteum -Endosteum - ANSWERS-Endosteum
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Bones are the organs of the skeletal system. -True -False - ANSWERS-True
Cells that break down/remodel bone -Osteocytes -Osteoblasts -Osteoclasts - ANSWERS-Osteoclasts
Immature, bone building cells -Osteocytes -Osteoblasts -Osteoclasts - ANSWERS-Osteoblasts
Mature bone cells -Osteocytes -Osteoblasts -Osteoclasts - ANSWERS-Osteocytes
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Patella Irregular bone Humerus Long bone Carpal Short bone - ANSWERS-Scapula Flat bone Vertebra sesamoid bone Patella Irregular bone Humerus Long bone Carpal Short bone
Substance that releases H+; decreases pH -Base -Acid -Buffer -Salt - ANSWERS-Acid
Which serous membrane would be found in the abdominopelvic cavity? -Pericardial membrane -Pleural membrane -Peritoneal membrane - ANSWERS-Peritoneal
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Substance that combines with H+ to remove it from solution; increases pH -Base -Acid -Buffer -Salt - ANSWERS-Base
Substance that resists a change in pH -Base -Acid -Buffer -Salt - ANSWERS-Buffer
Product (along with water) of a reaction between an acid and a base -Base -Acid -Buffer -Salt - ANSWERS-Salt
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Substances that provide the body with necessary chemicals; used for energy or building -food -heat -pressure -water - ANSWERS-Food
A form of energy released during metabolism -food -heat -pressure -water - ANSWERS-Heat
An application of force that helps move things in the body -food -heat -pressure -water - ANSWERS-Pressure
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Glucose and glycogen are examples of what group of organic compounds? -Nucleic acids -Proteins -Lipids -Carbohydrates - ANSWERS-Carbohydrates
Which of the following lists best illustrates increasing levels of complexity? -Organelles, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems -Tissues, cells, organs, organelles, organ systems -Cells, tissues, organelles, organs, organ systems -Organs, organelles, organ systems, cells, tissues - ANSWERS-Organelles, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems
What is the definition of homeostasis? -Equilibrium between the external and internal environments -Process that moves conditions toward a normal state -Maintenance of a stable internal environment -All the chemical reactions necessary to maintain life - ANSWERS-Maintenance of a stable internal environment
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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. -true -false - ANSWERS-False
What term refers to the combination of all of the chemical reactions in cells that use or release energy? -metabolism -differentiation -homeostasis -digestion - ANSWERS-metabolism
What does pH measure? -The amount of hydrogen ions in a solution. -The amount of electrolyte in a solution. -The amount of water in a solution. -The amount of pressure of a solution. - ANSWERS-The amount of hydrogen ions in a solution.
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Which is a physiological description rather than an anatomical one? -The skin is composed of an epithelial layer over a connective tissue layer. -The aorta is a large vessel connected to the heart. -The quadriceps femoris and hamstring muscles are located in the thigh. -Heart muscle is under involuntary control and is fatigue-resistant. - ANSWERS- Heart muscle is under involuntary control and is fatigue-resistant.
The normal pH of blood is 7.35 to 7.45. Thus, the normal pH of blood is -basic -acidic -neutral - ANSWERS-basic
Which of the following correctly describes the characteristic of life that involves the reaction to a change inside or outside of the body? -Responsiveness -Reproduction -Movement -Growth - ANSWERS-Responsiveness
Cell membrane structure; energy storage
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-Lipids -Nucleic Acids -Proteins - ANSWERS-Proteins
Which layer of a serous membrane would be found lining the wall of a cavity? -visceral -parietal - ANSWERS-parietal
Which of the following must the human body obtain from the environment in order to survive? -Wastes -Water -Carbon dioxide -Nitrogen - ANSWERS-Water
Which type of solution has a higher concentration of water and lower concentration of solute than the cell placed in the solution? -Isotonic -Hypertonic -Hypotonic - ANSWERS-Hypotonic
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During which phase of mitosis do the chromosomes start to condense? -Anaphase -Metaphase -Telophase -Prophase - ANSWERS-Prophase
Tonicity -always causes cells to burst -does not affect cells -is the comparison of relative concentrations of two solutions, separated by a selectively permeable membrane. -does not have anything to do with solute concentration. -always causes cells to shrink - ANSWERS-is the comparison of relative concentrations of two solutions, separated by a selectively permeable membrane.
When you receive fluid in the hospital, it is often 0.9% saline solution. What would happen if the nurse used distilled water instead? -You would become hydrated more quickly and be much healthier. -There is no way to predict the effects of distilled water on blood cells.