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1.
1.
ID: 13473401752
Which of the following describes anatomy?
A.
Using devices to investigate parameters such as heart rate and blood pressure
B.
Investigating human structure via dissections and other methods
Correct
C.
Studying the unusual manner in which an organism responds to painful stimuli
D.
Examining the physiology of life
2.
2.
ID: 13473402458
Systemic anatomy
is a term that refers to:
A.
physiological investigation at a microscopic level.
B.
anatomical investigation that begins in the head and neck and concludes at the feet.
C.
anatomical investigation that uses an approach of studying the body by systems—groups of organs having a common function.
Correct
D.
anatomical investigation at the molecular level.
3.
3.
ID: 13473401755
Physiology can be subdivided according to the _____ studied.
A.
type of organism
B.
organizational level
C.
systemic function
D.
All of the above are correct.
Correct
4.
4.
ID: 13473401758
Physiology:
A.
recognizes the unchanging (as opposed to the dynamic) nature of things.
B.
investigates the body’s structure.
C.
is concerned with organisms and does not deal with different levels of organization such as cells and systems.
D.
is the science that examines the function of living organisms and their parts.
Correct
5.
5.
ID: 13473399841
Withdrawing from a painful stimulus is an example of:
A.
excretion.
B.
growth.
C.
responsiveness.
Correct
D.
secretion.
6.
6.
ID: 13473401761
Metabolism
refers to:
A.
the chemical basis of life.
B.
the sum of all the physical and chemical reactions occurring in the body.
Correct
C.
an organization of similar cells specialized to perform a certain function.
D.
a subdivision of physiology.
7.
7.
ID: 13473401764
A somatotype characterized by having a muscular physique is called a(n):
A.
endomorph.
B.
mesomorph.
Correct
C.
ectomorph.
D.
None of the above are correct.
8.
8.
ID: 13473401767
Homeostasis
can best be described as:
A.
a constant state maintained by living and nonliving organisms.
B.
a state of relative constancy.
Correct
C.
adaptation to the external environment.
D.
changes in body temperature.
9.
9.
ID: 13473401770
From smallest to largest, the levels of organization of the body are:
A.
organism, chemical, tissue, cellular, organ, system, organelle.
B.
chemical, microscopic, cellular, tissue, organ, system, organism.
C.
organism, system, organ, tissue, cellular, organelle, chemical.
D.
chemical, organelle, cellular, tissue, organ, system, organism.
Correct
10.10.
ID: 13473399859
The smallest living units of structure and function in the body are:
A.
molecules.
B.
cells.
Correct
C.
organelles.
D.
atoms.
11.11.
ID: 13473401774
An organization of many similar cells that are specialized to perform a certain function is called a(n):
A.
tissue.
Correct
B.
organism.
C.
system.
D.
organ.
12.12.
ID: 13473401783
An organ is one organizational step lower than a(n):
A.
system.
Correct
B.
cell.
C.
organelle.
D.
tissue.
13.13.
ID: 13473401794
Which of the following is not one of the basic components in a feedback control loop?
A.
Effector mechanism
B.
Transmitter
Correct
C.
Sensor
D.
Integrating center
14.14.
ID: 13473402407
All of the following systems and their organs participate in the actions of transport and defense within the human body except the _____ system.
A.
urinary
Correct
B.
cardiovascular
C.
lymphatic
D.
respiratory
15.15.
ID: 13473402419
The body’s thermostat is located in the:
A.
heart.
B.
cerebellum.
C.
pituitary.
D.
hypothalamus.
Correct
16.16.
ID: 13473402432
The reproductive system includes all of the following except the:
A.
testes.
B.
ovaries.
C.
ureter.
Correct
D.
penis.
17.17.
ID: 13473401067
The contraction of the uterus during the birth of a baby is an example of _____ feedback.
A.
negative
B.
positive
Correct
C.
inhibitory
D.
deviating
18.18.
ID: 13473401070
Negative feedback mechanisms:
A.
minimize changes in blood glucose levels.
B.
maintain homeostasis.
C.
are responsible for an increased rate of sweating when air temperature is higher than body temperature.
D.
all of the above are correct.
Correct
19.19.
ID: 13473401073
The lungs are located in the:
A.
thoracic cavity.
Correct
B.
mediastinum.
C.
abdominal cavity.
D.
cranial cavity.
20.20.
ID: 13473402446
The mediastinum contains all the following except the:
A.
trachea.
B.
venae cavae.
C.
right lung.
Correct
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D.
esophagus.
21.21.
ID: 13473401076
The gallbladder lies in the:
A.
abdominal cavity.
Correct
B.
pelvic cavity.
C.
dorsal cavity.
D.
mediastinum.
22.22.
ID: 13473401079
The number of abdominal regions is:
A.
three.
B.
five.
C.
seven.
D.
nine.
Correct
23.23.
ID: 13473401082
The abdominal region in which the urinary bladder is found is the:
A.
hypogastric.
Correct
B.
epigastric.
C.
right lumbar.
D.
left iliac.
24.24.
ID: 13473401088
A surgeon removing a gallbladder should know to find it in the _____ region.
A.
right lumbar
B.
right hypochondriac
Correct
C.
hypogastric
D.
umbilical
25.25.
ID: 13473401091
The abdominal region in which the appendix is found is the:
A.
hypogastric.
Correct
B.
right iliac.
C.
right lumbar.
D.
right hypochondriac.
26.26.
ID: 13473401094
Popliteal
refers to the:
A.
calf.
B.
ankle.
C.
cheek.
D.
area behind the knee.
Correct
27.27.
ID: 13473401085
A plane through the body that divides the body into right and left sides is called:
A.
sagittal.
Correct
B.
frontal.
C.
coronal.
D.
transverse.
28.28.
ID: 13473399844
The abdominal quadrants are located with what structure as their midpoint?
A.
Umbilicus
Correct
B.
Pubic bone
C.
Xiphoid process
D.
Iliac crest
29.29.
ID: 13473401097
Humans have similar right and left sides of the body, at least superficially. This is an example of:
A.
anatomical position.
B.
anterior symmetry.
C.
ipsilateral position.
D.
bilateral symmetry.
Correct
30.30.
ID: 13473401700
Two major cavities of the human body are:
A.
ventral/dorsal.
Correct
B.
inferior/superior.
C.
visceral/parietal.
D.
axial/appendicular.
31.31.
ID: 13473401703
The dorsal cavity contains all of the following except the:
A.
brain.
B.
spinal column.
C.
spinal cord.
D.
thyroid gland.
Correct
32.32.
ID: 13473399862
A plane through the body that divides the body into anterior and posterior portions is:
A.
sagittal.
B.
median.
C.
coronal.
Correct
D.
transverse.
33.33.
ID: 13473399865
The plane that divides the body into upper and lower parts is the _____ plane.
A.
sagittal
B.
frontal
C.
transverse
Correct
D.
superficial
34.34.
ID: 13473401706
A somatotype characterized by a thin, fragile physique is a(n):
A.
ectomorph.
Correct
B.
mesomorph.
C.
endomorph.
35.35.
ID: 13473401710
Pathogenesis
may be defined as:
A.
a specific disease.
B.
a group of diseases.
C.
the course of disease development.
Correct
D.
a subgroup of viruses.
36.36.
ID: 13473399868
The abdominopelvic cavity contains all of the following except the:
A.
kidneys.
B.
gallbladder.
C.
right lung.
Correct
D.
urinary bladder.
37.37.
ID: 13473401713
Intracellular parasites that consist of DNA or RNA surrounded by a protein coat and sometimes by a lipoprotein envelope are called:
A.
viruses.
Correct
B.
bacteria.
C.
fungi.
D.
protozoa.
38.38.
ID: 13473401716
The term that literally means self-immunity is:
A.
autoimmunity.
Correct
B.
homoimmunity.
C.
passive immunity.
D.
active immunity.
39.39.
ID: 13473401719
The study of the aging process is called:
A.
neonatology.
B.
gerontology.
Correct
C.
dermatology.
D.
podiatry.
40.40.
ID: 13473399871
Epidemiology
is the study of the _____ of diseases in human populations.
A.
occurrence
B.
distribution
C.
transmission
D.
All of the above are correct.
Correct
41.41.
ID: 13473399874
Which of the following may put one at risk for developing a given disease?
A.
Environment
B.
Stress
C.
Lifestyle
D.
All of the above
Correct
42.42.
ID: 13473401722
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Which of the following is not one of the characteristics of life?
A.
Digestion
B.
Balance
Correct
C.
Conductivity
D.
Circulation
E.
Reproduction
43.43.
ID: 13473401725
An idea that is supported by repeated experiments and observation is called a:
A.
fact.
B.
theory.
Correct
C.
concept.
D.
hypothesis.
44.44.
ID: 13473401728
Molecules
are:
A.
atoms combined to form larger chemical aggregates.
Correct
B.
electrons orbiting nuclei.
C.
a complex of electrons arranged in concentric shells.
D.
composed of cellular organelles.
45.45.
ID: 13473399847
Mitochondria, Golgi apparatus, and endoplasmic reticulum are examples of:
A.
molecules.
B.
cytoplasm.
C.
organelles.
Correct
D.
plasma membranes.
46.46.
ID: 13473399850
When many similar cells specialize to perform a certain function, it is referred to as a(n):
A.
tissue.
Correct
B.
organelle.
C.
organ system complex.
D.
organism.
47.47.
ID: 13473399853
Several kinds of tissues working together is termed a(n):
A.
plasma membrane.
B.
organ.
Correct
C.
organism.
D.
organ system.
48.48.
ID: 13473401734
Blood production is a function of which system?
A.
Reproductive
B.
Respiratory
C.
Skeletal
Correct
D.
Lymphatic
49.49.
ID: 13473401737
Negative feedback control systems:
A.
oppose a change.
Correct
B.
accelerate a change.
C.
have no effect on the deviation from set point.
D.
establish a new set point.
50.50.
ID: 13473401740
Positive feedback control systems:
A.
have no effect on the deviation from set point.
B.
accelerate a change.
Correct
C.
ignore a change.
D.
do not exist in human systems.
51.51.
ID: 13473401731
The dorsal body cavity contains the:
A.
brain and spinal cord.
Correct
B.
heart and lungs.
C.
reproductive organs.
D.
digestive organs.
52.52.
ID: 13473399877
The ventral body cavity contains the:
A.
thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities.
Correct
B.
heart and lungs only.
C.
digestive and reproductive organs.
D.
brain and spinal cord.
53.53.
ID: 13473401743
The axial portion of the body consists of the:
A.
arms, neck, and legs.
B.
neck, torso, and arms.
C.
torso, arms, legs, and head.
D.
head, neck, and torso.
Correct
54.54.
ID: 13473401746
The abdominopelvic cavity contains all of the following except the:
A.
stomach.
B.
pancreas.
C.
heart.
Correct
D.
reproductive organs.
55.55.
ID: 13473401749
Visceral peritoneum would cover which of the following organs?
A.
Heart
B.
Intestines
Correct
C.
Lungs
D.
Spinal cord
56.56.
ID: 13473399880
A sagittal section divides the body into _____ portions.
A.
upper and lower
B.
right and left
Correct
C.
front and back
D.
proximal and distal
57.57.
ID: 13473399892
A frontal section divides the body into _____ portions.
A.
upper and lower
B.
right and left
C.
front and back
Correct
D.
cortex and medullary
58.58.
ID: 13473399895
Axilla
is a term referring to which body region?
A.
Anterior elbow
B.
Armpit
Correct
C.
Posterior knee
D.
Groin
59.59.
ID: 13473399898
The _____ tissue is not a major tissue of the body.
A.
cutaneous
Correct
B.
epithelial
C.
connective
D.
nervous
60.60.
ID: 13473399883
“Apple-shaped” or “pear-shaped” usually describes subtypes of what major body type?
A.
Mesomorph
B.
Ectomorph
C.
Endomorph
Correct
D.
Polymorph
61.61.
ID: 13473401001
Shivering to try to raise your body temperature back to normal would be an example of:
A.
the body trying to maintain homeostasis.
B.
a positive feedback mechanism.
C.
a negative feedback mechanism.
D.
both A and C.
Correct
62.62.
ID: 13473399856
Eponyms are scientific terms that:
A.
sound alike but are spelled differently.
B.
can have more than one meaning.
C.
are based on a person’s name.
Correct
D.
are none of the above.
63.63.
ID: 13473401004
An organ is one organizational step higher than a(n):
A.
system.
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B.
cell.
C.
organelle.
D.
tissue.
Correct
64.64.
ID: 13473401007
Which of the following does not describe anatomical position?
A.
Head pointing forward
B.
Body standing erect
C.
Arms extended from the shoulders, palms up
Correct
D.
All of the above describe the body in the anatomical position.
65.65.
ID: 13473401010
Someone studying gross anatomy would not study which of the following?
A.
The location of the heart and chambers of the heart
B.
Muscles of the arms and legs
C.
The nucleus of the cell
Correct
D.
All of the above would be studied.
66.66.
ID: 13473401013
The parietal pleura covers the:
A.
lungs.
B.
heart.
C.
walls of the thoracic cavity.
Correct
D.
Both A and B are correct.
67.67.
ID: 13473401016
The hollow part of an organ or body structure is called the _____ of the organ.
A.
cortical part
B.
lumen
Correct
C.
medullary part
D.
apical part
68.68.
ID: 13473401019
The narrowest part of an organ or body structure is called the _____ of the organ.
A.
cortical part
B.
lumen
C.
medullary part
D.
apical part
Correct
69.69.
ID: 13473401022
Which of the following is not a directional term of the body?
A.
Apical
B.
Proximal
C.
Superficial
D.
Deep
Correct
70.70.
ID: 13473401025
Which of the following is a protein substance with no DNA or RNA and is thought to be the cause of mad cow disease?
A.
Virus
B.
Bacteria
C.
Prion
Correct
D.
Protozoan
71.71.
ID: 13473399886
Of the pathogenic organisms, which of the following are the most complex?
A.
Viruses
B.
Tapeworms
Correct
C.
Bacteria
D.
Protozoa
72.72.
ID: 13473401028
If the secretion of oxytocin during childbirth operated as a negative feedback control loop, what effect would it have on uterine contractions?
A.
Oxytocin would stimulate stronger uterine contractions.
B.
Oxytocin would inhibit uterine contractions.
Correct
C.
There would be no changes in the strength of the uterine contractions.
D.
Uterine contractions would initially be weak and then gain strength after the release of the hormone.
73.73.
ID: 13473401031
What is the anatomical direction term that means
nearer the surface
?
A.
Deep
B.
Distal
C.
Proximal
D.
Superficial
Correct
74.74.
ID: 13473401034
An x-ray technician has been asked to make x-ray films of the liver. Which of the abdominopelvic regions must be included?
A.
Right hypochondriac, epigastric, and left hypochondriac
Correct
B.
Right hypochondriac, right lumbar, and right iliac
C.
Right iliac, hypogastric, and left iliac
D.
Right lumbar, umbilical, and left lumbar
75.75.
ID: 13473401037
As a nurse, you are assisting a physician with the examination of a patient. The physician asks you to tell the patient, who is lying on the examination table, to assume the anatomical position. How would you instruct the patient to assume this position?
A.
Have the patient stand up and place his arms at his sides, palms facing forward, with hands and feet facing forward.
Correct
B.
Have the patient stand up and place his arms at his sides, palms facing posteriorly, with hands and feet facing forward.
C.
Have the patient stand up and place his arms behind him, palms facing to the side, with feet facing forward.
D.
Have the patient stand up and place his arms at his sides, palms facing down, with feet facing forward.
76.76.
ID: 13473401040
Of the 11 major body systems, which is the least involved in maintaining homeostasis?
A.
Circulatory
B.
Endocrine
C.
Lymphatic
D.
Reproductive
Correct
77.77.
ID: 13473401043
During a routine physical examination, a patient with an endomorphic somatotype with a large waistline and overall “apple shape” should be advised that such a distribution of fat may lead to what conditions?
A.
Heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, and colitis
B.
Heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, and diabetes
Correct
C.
Heart disease, stroke, low blood pressure, and colitis
D.
Prostate cancer, low blood pressure, and diabetes
78.78.
ID: 13473401046
If your reference point is “farthest from the trunk of the body” versus “nearest to the trunk of the body,” where does the knee lie in relation to the ankle?
A.
Distal
B.
Proximal
Correct
C.
Superficial
D.
Superior
79.79.
ID: 13473401049
The study of microscopic anatomy might include:
A.
systemic anatomy.
B.
cytology.
C.
histology.
D.
both B and C.
Correct
80.80.
ID: 13473401052
The structure that is called the “power house” of the cell is the:
A.
cytoplasm.
B.
endoplasmic reticulum.
C.
mitochondria.
Correct
D.
Golgi apparatus.
81.81.
ID: 13473399889
How many main tissue types are found in the human body?
A.
4
Correct
B.
8
C.
11
D.
6
82.82.
ID: 13473401055
The mediastinum is located in the _____ cavity.
A.
dorsal
B.
abdominal
C.
ventral
Correct
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D.
Both B and C are correct.
83.83.
ID: 13473401058
Another term for
posterior
is:
A.
ventral.
B.
dorsal.
Correct
C.
inferior.
D.
proximal.
84.84.
ID: 13473401061
The term most nearly opposite
cortical
would be:
A.
peripheral.
B.
apical.
C.
medullary.
Correct
D.
basal.
85.85.
ID: 13473401064
Intrinsic control:
A.
usually involves the endocrine or nervous system.
B.
operates at the cellular level.
C.
is sometimes called
autoregulation
.
Correct
D.
operates at the system or organism level.
86.1.
ID: 17437751
The fundamental unit of life is the:
A.
atom.
B.
cell.
Correct
C.
gene.
D.
DNA molecule.
87.2.
ID: 17437760
Which of the following recognize and destroy nonself cells?
A.
Gland cells
B.
Immune cells
Correct
C.
Nerve cells
D.
Red blood cells
88.3.
ID: 17437769
Main cell structures include all of the following except:
A.
organelles.
B.
plasma membrane.
C.
interstitial fluid.
Correct
D.
cytoplasm.
89.4.
ID: 17437778
Which of the following is not a function of the plasma membrane?
A.
Self-identification
B.
Receptor site for messages
C.
Selective barrier
D.
Control center of the cell
Correct
90.5.
ID: 17437787
The structure in cells that is associated with the enzymatic breakdown (digestion) of foreign material is the:
A.
lysosome.
Correct
B.
Golgi apparatus.
C.
ribosome.
D.
centriole.
91.6.
ID: 17437796
The major function of ribosomes is to synthesize:
A.
proteins.
Correct
B.
carbohydrates.
C.
fats.
D.
cholesterol.
92.7.
ID: 17438205
Which is the organelle that allows for the recycling of amino acids in the cell?
A.
Peroxisomes
B.
Mitochondria
C.
Ribosomes
D.
Lysosomes
Correct
93.8.
ID: 17438217
Which organelle processes and packages material to be secreted?
A.
Nucleolus
B.
Ribosome
C.
Mitochondrion
D.
Golgi apparatus
Correct
94.9.
ID: 17438227
Projections from the cell that move materials and mucus are called:
A.
cilia.
Correct
B.
flagella.
C.
microvilli.
D.
microtubules.
95.10.
ID: 17438237
Granules or threads within the nucleus are called:
A.
microfilaments.
B.
chromatin.
Correct
C.
nucleotides.
D.
microtubules.
96.11.
ID: 17438246
Skin cells (epithelial) are held tightly together by:
A.
gap junctions.
B.
desmosomes.
Correct
C.
tight junctions.
D.
adhesions.
97.12.
ID: 17438255
The inner membrane of what double-membrane structure is contorted into folds called cristae?
A.
Golgi apparatus
B.
Mitochondrion
Correct
C.
Endoplasmic reticulum
D.
Ribosome
98.13.
ID: 17438264
The cell extension that assists epithelial cells in absorption is called:
A.
cilia.
Correct
B.
flagella.
C.
microvilli.
D.
desmosomes.
99.14.
ID: 17438276
A specialized cell structure that propels the sperm is the:
A.
flagellum.
Correct
B.
cilium.
C.
microvillus.
D.
microtubule.
100.
15.
ID: 17438288
DNA is a major constituent of which cell organelle?
A.
Lysosome
B.
Ribosome
C.
Chromosome
D.
Nucleus
Correct
101.
16.
ID: 17438299
An area of cytoplasm that coordinates the building and breaking of microtubules is called:
A.
cytoplasm A.
B.
mitochondria.
C.
centrosome.
Correct
D.
ribosomes.
102.
17.
ID: 17438514
The structure that separates the contents of a cell from the surrounding tissue is known as:
A.
Golgi apparatus.
B.
plasma membrane.
Correct
C.
cytoplasm.
D.
centrosome.
103.
18.
ID: 17438522
Which organelle consists of vesicles that have pinched off from the Golgi apparatus?
A.
Mitochondria
B.
Cilia
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C.
Peroxisomes
D.
Lysosomes
Correct
104.
19.
ID: 17438530
Tiny indentations of the plasma membrane that resemble caves are called:
A.
mitochondria.
B.
caveola.
Correct
C.
cisternae.
D.
vesicles.
105.
20.
ID: 17438539
The ____ is often called the
microtubule organizing center
.
A.
centrosome
Correct
B.
cytoskeleton
C.
centriole
D.
ribosome
106.
21.
ID: 17438548
Each of the following is an example of the plasma membrane function except:
A.
boundary.
B.
self-identification.
C.
receptor sites.
D.
production of proteins.
Correct
107.
22.
ID: 17438557
Which of the following is a functional characteristic of ribosomes?
A.
Manufacture of mRNA
B.
Protein synthesis
Correct
C.
DNA replication
D.
Housing of DNA
108.
23.
ID: 17438566
ATP production occurs within which organelle?
A.
Rough endoplasmic reticulum
B.
Golgi apparatus
C.
Flagellum
D.
Mitochondrion
Correct
109.
24.
ID: 17438575
Which organelle consists of separate tiny sacs called cisternae?
A.
Golgi apparatus
Correct
B.
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
C.
Rough endoplasmic reticulum
D.
Mitochondria
110.
25.
ID: 17438584
In nondividing cells, DNA appears as threads that are referred to as:
A.
chromatin.
Correct
B.
chromosomes.
C.
histones.
D.
none of the above.
111.
26.
ID: 17438593
The nucleolus is composed chiefly of:
A.
mRNA.
B.
rRNA.
Correct
C.
tRNA.
D.
DNA.
112.
27.
ID: 17439002
The largest human cell, measuring about 150 µm,
is a:
A.
white blood cell.
B.
female sex cell or ovum.
Correct
C.
liver cell.
D.
male sex cell or sperm.
113.
28.
ID: 17439011
In the cell membrane, the hydrophilic part of the phospholipid molecule:
A.
faces the exterior of the cell.
B.
faces the interior of the cell.
C.
is in the center of the phospholipid bilayer.
D.
is both A and B.
Correct
114.
29.
ID: 17439020
In the cell membrane, the hydrophobic part of the phospholipid molecule:
A.
faces the exterior of the cell.
B.
faces the interior of the cell.
C.
is in the center of the phospholipid bilayer.
Correct
D.
is both A and B.
115.
30.
ID: 17439029
The presence of which substance in the cell membrane keeps it from breaking too easily?
A.
Cholesterol
Correct
B.
Protein
C.
Phospholipids
D.
Glycoproteins
116.
31.
ID: 17439044
The identification function of the cell membrane is carried out by the:
A.
cholesterol molecules.
B.
phospholipid molecules.
C.
glycoprotein molecules.
Correct
D.
channel proteins.
117.
32.
ID: 17439051
Which of the following is not a function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?
A.
Provides a site for ribosome attachment
Correct
B.
Supplies membrane for use throughout the cell
C.
Makes steroid hormones
D.
Makes glycoproteins
118.
33.
ID: 17439061
Which of the following is not true about ribosomes?
A.
Contains protein
B.
Composed of a large unit and a small unit
C.
Surrounded by a membrane structure
Correct
D.
Contains RNA
119.
34.
ID: 17439070
The membranous structure containing substances that protect the cell from harm are:
A.
ribosomes.
B.
lysosomes.
C.
peroxisomes.
D.
both B and C.
Correct
120.
35.
ID: 17439078
Which of the following statements does
not
describe the nucleolus?
A.
It is found in the nucleus.
B.
It has a membrane similar to the nucleus.
C.
It is made of nucleic acids.
D.
All of the above are true about the nucleolus.
Correct
121.
36.
ID: 17439087
A list of the cell fibers from largest to smallest would read:
A.
microtubules, intermediate filaments, microfilaments.
B.
microtubules, microfilaments, intermediate filaments.
C.
microfilaments, intermediate filaments, microtubules.
Correct
D.
microfilaments, microtubules, intermediate filaments.
122.
37.
ID: 17439096
The cell extension that contains microfilaments is called:
A.
microvilli.
Correct
B.
flagella.
C.
cilia.
D.
All cell extensions contain microfilaments.
123.
38.
ID: 17439405
Which of the following organelles is considered a membranous organelle?
A.
Lysosome
Correct
B.
Ribosome
C.
Nucleolus
D.
Both A and B
124.
39.
ID: 17439417
Which of the following organelles is considered a nonmembranous organelle?
A.
Golgi apparatus
B.
Ribosome
Correct
C.
Mitochondria
D.
Both A and B
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125.
40.
ID: 17439432
The barrier function of the plasma membrane is accomplished by the:
A.
receptor proteins.
B.
glycoproteins.
C.
rafts in the cell membrane.
D.
phospholipids bilayer.
Correct
126.
41.
ID: 17439441
Which structures in the cell membrane are a stiff grouping of membrane molecules that are rich in cholesterol?
A.
Glycoproteins
B.
Rafts
Correct
C.
Phospholipids
D.
Receptor proteins
127.
42.
ID: 17439449
Which of the following is not true of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
A.
It makes lipids and carbohydrates.
Correct
B.
It is made of broad flattened sacs.
C.
It has many ribosomes attached to it.
D.
All of the above are true of rough endoplasmic reticulum.
128.
43.
ID: 17439458
The enzyme catalase is an important chemical in the functioning of the:
A.
mitochondria.
B.
proteasomes.
C.
peroxisomes.
Correct
D.
lysosomes.
129.
44.
ID: 17439470
Which of the following structures contains DNA?
A.
Nucleus
B.
Mitochondria
C.
Ribosome
D.
Both A and B
Correct
130.
45.
ID: 17439483
Damage to the centrosome and centrioles in a cell would have the greatest impact on which cell function?
A.
Energy production
B.
Protein synthesis
C.
Cell division
Correct
D.
Synthesis of lipids and carbohydrates
131.
46.
ID: 17439495
Which cell extension lacks a central pair of microtubules, is not found in blood cells, and
functions in the kidney to monitor urine flow?
A.
Microvilli
B.
Primary cilium
Correct
C.
Cilia
D.
Flagella
132.
47.
ID: 17439808
Which of the following is not a function of the integral membrane proteins?
A.
Acting as receptors
B.
Signal transduction
C.
Identification of “self”
D.
All of the above are functions of the integral membrane proteins.
Correct
133.
48.
ID: 17439819
Which of the following does not describe a structure or function of the proteasome?
A.
Digests proteins down to individual amino acids so they can be recycled by the cell
Correct
B.
Looks like a hollow cylindrical drum made of protein subunits
C.
Requires the small protein called ubiquitin to pull proteins in
D.
All of the above are structures or functions of proteasomes.
134.
49.
ID: 17439834
Which cell fiber is called the engine of the cell?
A.
Centrosome
B.
Microfilament
Correct
C.
Microtubule
D.
Intermediate filament
135.
50.
ID: 17439842
Which fiber is the smallest of the cell fibers?
A.
Centrosome
B.
Microfilament
Correct
C.
Microtubule
D.
Intermediate filament
136.
51.
ID: 17439852
Which cell fiber is made of twisted strands of protein?
A.
Centrosomes
B.
Microfilament
C.
Microtubule
D.
Intermediate filament
Correct
137.
52.
ID: 17439862
Which type of cell connection joins heart muscle cells?
A.
Tight junctions
B.
Desmosomes
C.
Macrofilaments
D.
Gap junctions
Correct
138.
53.
ID: 17439877
Which type of cell connection acts like “spot welds” to hold cells together?
A.
Tight junctions
B.
Desmosomes
Correct
C.
Macrofilaments
D.
Gap junctions
1.
Diffusion of particles through a membrane by means of a carrier molecule is called:
A.
pinocytosis.
B.
osmosis.
C.
facilitated diffusion.
Correct
D.
dialysis.
2.
72.
ID: 17444346
Diffusion requires:
A.
a semipermeable membrane.
B.
a concentration gradient.
Correct
C.
ions.
D.
none of the above.
3.
73.
ID: 17444358
All of the following are examples of passive transport except:
A.
filtration.
B.
osmosis.
C.
endocytosis.
Correct
D.
dialysis.
4.
74.
ID: 17444367
A saline solution that contains a higher concentration of salt than a red blood cell would be:
A.
isotonic.
B.
hypotonic.
C.
hypertonic.
Correct
D.
hydrostatic.
5.
75.
ID: 17444372
Materials can be moved from a low concentration to a high concentration through:
A.
facilitated diffusion.
B.
filtration.
C.
osmosis.
D.
active transport.
Correct
6.
76.
ID: 17444379
Which of the following is not true of diffusion?
A.
Uses cellular energy
Correct
B.
Can occur in living and nonliving cells
C.
May occur both into and out of the cell
D.
Energy source is cellular
7.
77.
ID: 17444384
A membrane carrier structure attracts a solute to a binding site, changes shape, and releases the solute on the other side of the cell membrane. This describes the process of:
A.
endocytosis.
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B.
the sodium and potassium pump.
C.
channel-mediated transport.
D.
carrier-mediated transport.
Correct
8.
78.
ID: 17444390
The physical process by which water and solute move through a membrane when a hydrostatic pressure gradient exists across the membrane is the process of:
A.
dialysis.
B.
osmosis.
C.
diffusion.
D.
filtration.
Correct
9.
79.
ID: 17444396
Which is not true about the sodium and potassium pump?
A.
It uses cellular energy.
B.
Sodium moves into the cell and potassium moves out of the cell.
Correct
C.
A carrier system is used.
D.
It can move substances against their concentration gradient.
10.80.
ID: 17444702
Which is true about the sodium and potassium pump?
A.
Two sodium ions are taken into the cell.
B.
Three sodium ions are taken out of the cell.
C.
Three potassium ions are taken into the cell.
Correct
D.
Two potassium ions are taken out of the cell.
11.81.
ID: 17444708
Two solutions of different concentrations of glucose are separated by a membrane that allows both glucose and water to pass through. When dynamic equilibrium is reached, there will be:
A.
no movement of water or glucose.
B.
movement of glucose but not water.
C.
movement of water but not glucose.
D.
an even exchange of material across the membrane.
Correct
12.82.
ID: 17444714
Phagocytosis is an example of:
A.
exocytosis.
B.
endocytosis.
Correct
C.
passive transport.
D.
facilitated diffusion.
13.83.
ID: 17444720
Water will move through the cell membrane by:
A.
dialysis.
B.
diffusion.
Correct
C.
facilitated diffusion.
D.
osmosis.
14.84.
ID: 17444732
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NaCl would move through the cell membrane in which direction?
A.
Both into and out of the cell
Correct
B.
Into the cell
C.
Out of the cell
D.
Neither into nor out of the cell
15.85.
ID: 17444741
The small water channels in the cell membrane are called:
A.
phospholipids molecules.
B.
transport pumps.
C.
aquaporins.
Correct
D.
transport vesicles.
16.86.
ID: 17444749
If a cell were placed in a hypotonic solution:
A.
there would be a net gain of water into the cell.
Correct
B.
there would be a net loss of water out of the cell.
C.
no water would move into or out of the cell.
D.
water would move into and out of the cell in equal amounts.
17.87.
ID: 17444757
If a cell were placed in a hypertonic solution:
A.
there would be a net gain of water into the cell.
B.
there would be a net loss of water out of the cell.
Correct
C.
no water would move into or out of the cell.
D.
water would move into and out of the cell in equal amounts.
18.88.
ID: 17444765
Potential osmotic pressure can be measured by determining the:
A.
concentration on either side of a membrane.
B.
strength of the concentration gradient.
C.
permeability of the membrane.
D.
There is no direct means of measurement.
Correct
19.89.
ID: 17444776
Which of the following is not a passive transport process?
A.
Dialysis
B.
Osmosis
C.
Filtration
D.
Phagocytosis
Correct
20.90.
ID: 17444782
Diffusion of water through a selectively permeable membrane in the presence of at least one impermeable solute is referred to as:
A.
diffusion.
B.
osmosis.
Correct
C.
phagocytosis.
D.
pinocytosis.
21.91.
ID: 17444788
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The engulfing of microbes by white blood cells is an example of:
A.
pinocytosis.
B.
exocytosis.
C.
phagocytosis.
Correct
D.
“cell drinking.”
22.92.
ID: 17444796
A hypertonic solution contains _____ concentration of solute _____ the cell.
A.
a greater; than
Correct
B.
the same; as
C.
a lesser; than
D.
None of the above is correct.
23.93.
ID: 17445110
The force of a fluid pushing against a surface could be described as _____ pressure.
A.
facilitated.
B.
hydrostatic.
Correct
C.
hypostatic.
D.
diffused.
24.94.
ID: 17445121
If a 20% glucose solution were separated from a 10% glucose solution by a permeable membrane:
A.
glucose would move from the 20% solution to the 10% solution.
B.
water would move from the 10% solution to the 20% solution.
C.
water would move from the 20% solution to the 10% solution.
D.
both A and B would occur.
Correct
25.95.
ID: 17445131
The proteins in the cell membrane that can open and close are called:
A.
enzymes.
B.
gated channel proteins.
Correct
C.
glycoproteins.
D.
both A and B.
26.96.
ID: 17445142
Hydrostatic pressure in the blood is:
A.
generated by the contraction of the heart.
B.
generated by gravity.
C.
important to the functioning of the kidney.
D.
all of the above.
Correct
27.97.
ID: 17445153
Gated channels in the cell membrane can be “opened” by:
A.
electrical changes or voltage.
B.
chemicals.
C.
light.
D.
all of the above.
Correct
28.98.
ID: 17445169
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After phagocytosis occurs, enzymes from which organelle can digest what is in the vesicle?
A.
Lysosome
Correct
B.
Golgi apparatus
C.
Mitochondria
D.
Cytoskeleton
29.99.
ID: 17445176
The location at which the enzyme molecule binds to the substance it acts on is called the:
A.
substrate.
B.
coenzyme.
C.
active site.
Correct
D.
cofactor.
30.100.
ID: 17445189
Which of the following is not true of glycolysis?
A.
It occurs in the cytoplasm.
B.
It does not require oxygen.
C.
The energy is transferred to NADH.
D.
It is able to get almost all of the energy out of a glucose molecule.
Correct
31.101.
ID: 17445197
In aerobic respiration, the function of oxygen is to combine with:
A.
pyruvic acid in glycolysis.
B.
NADH in the citric acid cycle.
C.
electrons and hydrogen at the end of the electron transport system.
Correct
D.
lactic acid in glycolysis.
32.102.
ID: 17445604
Which of the following is not true of enzymes?
A.
They increase the activation of a reaction.
Correct
B.
They are unchanged by the chemical reaction.
C.
They frequently require a cofactor or coenzyme to function.
D.
All of the above are true of enzymes.
33.103.
ID: 17445620
A molecule or other agent that alters enzyme function by changing the enzyme’s shape is called a(n):
A.
cofactor.
B.
coenzyme.
C.
allosteric effector.
Correct
D.
proenzyme.
34.104.
ID: 17445628
Which of the following is not true of the citric acid cycle?
A.
Occurs in the mitochondria
B.
Directly releases 36 ATPs of energy
Correct
C.
Has acetyl CoA as a starting product
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D.
All of the above are true of the citric acid cycle.
35.105.
ID: 17445636
Digestive enzymes belong to which group?
A.
Hydrases
B.
Phosphorylating enzymes
C.
Hydrolases
Correct
D.
Isomerases
36.106.
ID: 17445644
Which enzymes rearrange atoms within a molecule?
A.
Hydrases
B.
Phosphorylating enzymes
C.
Hydrases
D.
Isomerases
Correct
37.107.
ID: 17445652
Which factor can have an effect on the functioning of an enzyme?
A.
Temperature
B.
pH
C.
An increase in the amount of end product produced by a reaction
D.
All of the above
Correct
38.108.
ID: 17445665
Which of the following is not true of the exocytosis?
A.
The vesicles containing the protein were formed by the rough endoplasmic reticulum.
Correct
B.
The vesicles are pulled to the cell membrane by the cytoskeleton.
C.
The vesicles add to the structure of the cell membrane.
D.
All of the above are true of exocytosis.
39.109.
ID: 17445673
Which of the following is true of catabolic pathways?
A.
They turn larger molecules into smaller ones.
Correct
B.
They turn smaller molecules into larger ones.
C.
They require energy from the cell.
D.
Both B and C are true.
40.110.
ID: 17445684
Which of the following is true of anabolic pathways?
A.
They turn larger molecules into smaller ones.
B.
They turn smaller molecules into larger ones.
C.
They require energy from the cell.
D.
Both B and C are true.
Correct
Questions
1.
1.
ID: 17472471
Matrix may be defined as the living intracellular material surrounding the cells of a tissue.
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A.
True
B.
Correct
False
2.
2.
ID: 17472489
The study of how the primary germ layers differentiate into the different kinds of tissues
is called
histogenesis
.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
3.
3.
ID: 17472703
Epithelial tissue attaches to connective tissue by means of a basement membrane.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
4.
4.
ID: 17472718
Epithelial tissue is moderately vascular, which results in very little blood loss when cuts occur.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
5.
5.
ID: 17472739
Epithelial tissue is characterized by large amounts of intercellular matrix and few cells.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
6.
6.
ID: 17472754
Transitional epithelium is unique in that it is composed of differing cell shapes in a stratified, or layered, epithelial sheet.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
7.
7.
ID: 17472772
Stratified columnar epithelium is the most common type of epithelium and is found in many areas throughout the body.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
8.
8.
ID: 17472787
Stratified transitional epithelium, such as is found in the urinary bladder, allows for distention.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
9.
9.
ID: 17472800
Compound exocrine glands have one duct and secrete two or more products.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
10.10.
ID: 17472812
Mammary glands are endocrine glands that produce milk.
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A.
True
B.
Correct
False
11.11.
ID: 17472827
Salivary glands are an example of ductless exocrine glands.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
12.12.
ID: 17472844
Oil-producing glands that self-destruct in order to function are referred to as
holocrine glands
.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
13.13.
ID: 17472859
Loose connective tissue is also called
areolar tissue
.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
14.14.
ID: 17472875
Bone-destroying cells are called
osteoblasts
.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
15.15.
ID: 17472895
Elastic cartilage is the most prevalent type of cartilage.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
16.16.
ID: 17473207
Mucous membranes are important because they lubricate and protect passageways.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
17.17.
ID: 17473223
Adipose tissue is a type of connective tissue.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
18.18.
ID: 17473232
Adipose tissue contains predominantly fat cells.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
19.19.
ID: 17473243
Areolar tissue forms protective pads around the kidneys and other organs.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
20.20.
ID: 17473254
The osteon is the basic structural unit of compact bone.
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A.
Correct
True
B.
False
21.21.
ID: 17473268
Osteoblasts are specialized cells that build bone tissue.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
22.22.
ID: 17473276
About 40% of the bone matrix is made of inorganic material.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
23.23.
ID: 17473286
Striated muscle tissue can be controlled both voluntarily and involuntarily.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
24.24.
ID: 17473298
Skeletal muscle tissue is striated and voluntary.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
25.25.
ID: 17473611
Skeletal muscle cells are referred to as muscle fibers and are characterized by a high degree of contractility.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
26.26.
ID: 17473623
Basic characteristics of the nervous system are excitation and conduction.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
27.27.
ID: 17473638
The primary germ layers that are formed in the embryo are epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
28.28.
ID: 17473648
All the cells that make up tissues are held together by intracellular structures called
desmosomes
.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
29.29.
ID: 17473657
In some tissues, the cells are held together by desmosomes and in other tissues they are held together by nonliving matrix.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
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30.30.
ID: 17473669
Cells in the embryo begin the process of cell differentiation.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
31.31.
ID: 17473681
Epithelial tissue performs different functions based on the different types of matrix that make up the tissue.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
32.32.
ID: 17473693
Epithelial tissue produces the glycoprotein part of the basement membrane.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
33.33.
ID: 17473908
Connective tissue makes up the glycoprotein part of the basement membrane.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
34.34.
ID: 17473915
Adhesive molecules called
integrins
help bind epithelial cells to the basement membrane.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
35.35.
ID: 17473925
Because connective tissue is avascular, food and oxygen must pass through the basement membrane to reach the blood vessels in the epithelial tissue.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
36.36.
ID: 17473934
Epithelial tissue can be classified by the shape of the cells.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
37.37.
ID: 17473943
Epithelial tissue can be classified by the number of layers the tissue has.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
38.38.
ID: 17473952
The upper layer of stratified cuboidal epithelium can be keratinized for protection of the tissue below them.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
39.39.
ID: 17473964
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When transitional epithelium stretches, the cell shape changes from cuboidal to squamous in appearance.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
40.40.
ID: 17473977
Hormones are released into ducts by exocrine glands.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
41.41.
ID: 17473989
Hormones are released into the blood by endocrine glands.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
42.42.
ID: 17474304
Endocrine glands can be classified by the shape and complexity of their ducts.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
43.43.
ID: 17474312
Apocrine gland cells die as a result of their functioning.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
44.44.
ID: 17474321
Both collagenous fibers and reticular fibers are made of collagen.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
45.45.
ID: 17474330
Elastic fibers are made of the protein elastin.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
46.46.
ID: 17474339
Proteoglycans are composed of glucosamine bound to a polysaccharide core.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
47.47.
ID: 17474356
Connective tissue can be classified based on the type of matrix it contains.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
48.48.
ID: 17474368
Hyaluronidase assists in the absorption of injected drugs.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
49.49.
ID: 17474380
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Tendons have more elastic fibers than do ligaments.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
50.50.
ID: 17474392
Canaliculi allow osteocytes to stay alive within the bone tissue.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
51.51.
ID: 17474399
Osteocytes were once osteoclasts that became trapped in the hardening bone tissue.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
52.52.
ID: 17474605
Osteoclasts are bone-destroying cells.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
53.53.
ID: 17474612
The lack of blood vessels in cartilage tissue hinders its ability to heal.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
54.54.
ID: 17474626
The matrix for blood tissue is plasma.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
55.55.
ID: 17474634
Because of the stripes visible under the microscope, smooth muscle is called
striated muscle
.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
56.56.
ID: 17474644
When epithelial tissue is badly injured, a thick scar, or keloid, may develop.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
57.57.
ID: 17474656
Many of the sugars attached to the protein backbone of a proteoglycan molecule are fibronectin.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
58.58.
ID: 17474667
Connective tissue tends to have large quantities of extracellular matrix.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
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59.59.
ID: 17474680
The most numerous type of cell found in areolar tissue is the macrophage.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
60.60.
ID: 17474692
Both neurons and neuroglia are found in nervous tissue.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
61.61.
ID: 17475104
The serous membrane covering the lungs is the visceral pleura.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
62.62.
ID: 17475119
A malignant tumor that arises from epithelial tissue is generally called a
sarcoma.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
63.63.
ID: 17475128
A type of abnormal gene that seems to cause cancer is called an
oncogene.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
64.64.
ID: 17475133
A group of cells that performs a common function is called
tissue
.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
65.65.
ID: 17475142
Epithelial tissue can be subdivided into two types: squamous and columnar.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
66.66.
ID: 17475151
Simple cuboidal epithelium is one cell layer thick; stratified cuboidal epithelium is more than one layer thick.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
67.67.
ID: 17475161
The type of tissue that lines the vagina, mouth, and esophagus is called
keratinized squamous epithelium.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
68.68.
ID: 17475173
The concentric layers of bone matrix are called
lacunae.
A.
True
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B.
Correct
False
69.69.
ID: 17475181
In the process of endochondral ossification, the bone that is formed replaces cartilage.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
70.70.
ID: 17475195
An example of a cutaneous membrane is the skin.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
71.71.
ID: 17475305
Connective tissue membranes are made up of two kinds of tissue.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
72.72.
ID: 17475314
Astrocytes form the blood-brain barrier that helps protect the brain from harmful substances.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
73.73.
ID: 17475323
Oligodendrocytes help destroy damaged tissue and pathogens in the brain.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
74.74.
ID: 17475335
Fibers in the extracellular matrix can include collagen and elastin.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
75.75.
ID: 17475347
Both fibronectin and laminin are examples of glycoproteins.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
76.76.
ID: 17475354
Important functions of connective tissue include protection, secretion, and absorption.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
77.77.
ID: 17475369
Epithelial tissue is generally able to renew itself throughout life.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
78.78.
ID: 17475379
Because stratified squamous epithelium is found in the urinary system, it is sometimes called urothelium.
A.
True
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B.
Correct
False
79.79.
ID: 17475388
The term
squamous
comes from the Latin word meaning scaly, which describes the flat,
plate-like cells.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
80.80.
ID: 17475397
Pseudostratified columnar epithelial tissue is only two layers thick.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
81.81.
ID: 17475709
Stratified epithelial tissue is named for the shape of the cell on only the top layer.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
82.82.
ID: 17475716
Because of their function, some histologists classify endothelium and mesothelium as connective tissue.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
83.83.
ID: 17475731
Only merocrine glands release their secretions with no harm to the cell or plasma membrane.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
84.84.
ID: 17475739
Connective tissue is the most widespread and diverse tissue in the body.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
85.85.
ID: 17475748
Blood, bone, and cartilage are the only types of connective tissue that do not contain fibers in their structure.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
86.86.
ID: 17475757
Fibroblasts in loose fibrous connective tissue are able to release substances such as histamine and heparin.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
87.87.
ID: 17475766
The most abundant fat in the body is brown fat, which is able to generate heat and help maintain body temperature.
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A.
True
B.
Correct
False
88.88.
ID: 17475775
Bone marrow is a type of reticular tissue.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
89.89.
ID: 17475786
Another term for cancellous bone is spongy bone.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
90.90.
ID: 17476301
The external ear and larynx is made of fibrocartilage tissue.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
91.91.
ID: 17476308
Hematopoietic tissue is responsible for making blood cells.
A.
Correct
True
B.
False
92.92.
ID: 17476318
Smooth muscle fibers tend to be longer, but weaker, than striated muscle fibers.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
93.93.
ID: 17476327
In a neuron, axons carry impulses toward the cell body and dendrites carry impulses away from the cell body.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
94.94.
ID: 17476336
Epithelial and muscle tissue have the greatest ability to regenerate.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
95.95.
ID: 17476345
Serous membranes have an underlying connective tissue layer called the
lamina propria.
A.
True
B.
Correct
False
96.96.
ID: 17476354
The biology of tissues is called:
A.
anatomy.
B.
physiology.
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C.
histology.
Correct
D.
cytology.
97.97.
ID: 17476363
The most widespread and abundant tissue in the body is:
A.
epithelial.
B.
connective.
Correct
C.
muscle.
D.
nervous.
98.98.
ID: 17476372
Which of the following is not a characteristic of epithelial tissue?
A.
Forms glands that secrete substance into and out of the body
B.
Is important in communication and control
Correct
C.
Covers and protects body surfaces
D.
Lines the interior of body cavities
99.99.
ID: 17476381
Which of the following is not a characteristic of muscle tissue?
A.
Cells are specialized to contract
B.
Produces movement for the body
C.
Generates heat for the body
D.
Cells are separated by large quantity of extracellular matrix
Correct
100.
100.
ID: 17476390
Which of the following is not a primary germ layer in the embryo?
A.
Hypoderm
Correct
B.
Ectoderm
C.
Mesoderm
D.
Endoderm
101.
101.
ID: 17476399
A tissue is:
A.
a membrane that lines body cavities.
B.
a group of similar cells that perform a common function.
Correct
C.
a thin sheet of cells embedded in a matrix.
D.
the most complex organizational unit of the body.
102.
102.
ID: 17476608
Blood is a member of which basic tissue type?
A.
Epithelial
B.
Connective
Correct
C.
Muscle
D.
Nervous
103.
103.
ID: 17476617
How can epithelial tissue be described?
A.
Forms glands
B.
Contains mostly extracellular matrix
C.
Forms membranes
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D.
Both A and C
Correct
104.
104.
ID: 17476629
Which of the following epithelial functions is a primary activity of glandular epithelium?
A.
Protection
B.
Secretion
Correct
C.
Sensation
D.
Excretion
105.
105.
ID: 17476636
What structure is formed by the union of the basal and reticular lamina?
A.
Nucleus
B.
Basement membrane
Correct
C.
Lysosome
D.
Endoplasmic reticulum
106.
106.
ID: 17476651
Which is not a function of epithelial tissue?
A.
Absorption
B.
Secretion
C.
Assimilation
Correct
D.
Protection
107.
107.
ID: 17476659
Epithelial cells can be classified according to shape. Which is not a characteristic shape of epithelial cells?
A.
Rectangular
Correct
B.
Cubed
C.
Columns
D.
Flat
108.
108.
ID: 17476667
Being able to readily diffuse material through itself , such as occurs in alveoli, is a characteristic of which type of epithelial tissue?
A.
Stratified columnar
B.
Simple columnar
C.
Stratified squamous
D.
Simple squamous
Correct
109.
109.
ID: 17476676
Goblet cells, cilia, and microvilli are modifications of which type of epithelial tissue?
A.
Simple squamous
B.
Simple cuboidal
C.
Simple columnar
Correct
D.
Pseudostratified squamous
110.
110.
ID: 17476685
Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium is found in the:
A.
mouth.
B.
esophagus.
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C.
epidermis.
Correct
D.
vagina.
111.
111.
ID: 17476694
Glands that have no ducts, but release their products directly into tissue fluid and blood,
are called:
A.
endocrine.
Correct
B.
exocrine.
C.
holocrine.
D.
apocrine.
112.
112.
ID: 17477003
Oil-producing glands that self-destruct in order to function are referred to as:
A.
merocrine.
B.
apocrine.
C.
endocrine.
D.
holocrine.
Correct
113.
113.
ID: 17477012
How many layers make up pseudostratified epithelium?
A.
One
Correct
B.
Two
C.
Three
D.
Numerous
114.
114.
ID: 17477021
Which of the following would be identified as skin covering?
A.
Pseudostratified columnar epithelium
B.
Stratified squamous (keratinized) epithelium
Correct
C.
Pseudostratified squamous (keratinized) epithelium
D.
Stratified squamous nonkeratinized epithelium
115.
115.
ID: 17477030
Which of the following exocrine glands constitutes the mammary glands?
A.
Merocrine
B.
Apocrine
Correct
C.
Holocrine
D.
All of the above
116.
116.
ID: 17477039
Which of the following is the functional classification of salivary glands?
A.
Merocrine
Correct
B.
Endocrine
C.
Apocrine
D.
Holocrine
117.
117.
ID: 17477048
Which is not a function of connective tissue?
A.
Transport
B.
Support
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C.
Defense
D.
Communication
Correct
118.
118.
ID: 17477057
Which of the following can be found in the extracellular matrix?
A.
Water
B.
Proteoglycans
C.
Fibers
D.
All of the above
Correct
119.
119.
ID: 17477066
Collagenous fibers can be found extensively in _____ tissue.
A.
epithelial
B.
connective
Correct
C.
muscle
D.
nervous
120.
120.
ID: 17477075
The type of tissue referred to as
loose ordinary connective tissue
is:
A.
areolar.
Correct
B.
adipose.
C.
reticular.
D.
cartilage.
121.
121.
ID: 17477084
Which is not characteristic of reticular tissue?
A.
It is a major component of the body’s defense process.
B.
It is found in bone marrow.
C.
It makes reticular fibers.
D.
All of the above are characteristics of reticular tissue.
Correct
122.
122.
ID: 17477093
The basic organizational or structural unit of bone is called the:
A.
canaliculi.
B.
lamellae.
C.
lacunae.
D.
haversian system.
Correct
123.
123.
ID: 17477302
Cartilage is a form of _____ tissue.
A.
epithelial
B.
connective
Correct
C.
muscle
D.
osseous
124.
124.
ID: 17477311
Which of the following is not a function of adipose tissue?
A.
Insulates to conserve body heat
B.
Defends the body from microbes and injurious substances
Correct
C.
Supports and protects the kidneys
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D.
Stores excess food
125.
125.
ID: 17477320
The mature cells of bone are called:
A.
fibroblasts.
B.
osteoclasts.
C.
osteocytes.
Correct
D.
osteoblasts.
126.
126.
ID: 17477329
The most prevalent type of cartilage is:
A.
hyaline.
Correct
B.
fibrous.
C.
elastic.
D.
synovial.
127.
127.
ID: 17477338
Which of the following is not considered a formed element in the blood?
A.
Erythrocyte
B.
Thrombocyte
C.
Astrocyte
Correct
D.
Leukocyte
128.
128.
ID: 17477347
The type of tissue that contains cells called
neurons
is called:
A.
muscle.
B.
epithelial.
C.
connective.
D.
nervous.
Correct
129.
129.
ID: 17477356
Which of the following is another name for skeletal muscle?
A.
Striated voluntary
Correct
B.
Nonstriated involuntary
C.
Striated involuntary
D.
Pseudostriated involuntary
130.
130.
ID: 17477365
The peritoneum is an example of a _____ membrane.
A.
cutaneous
B.
serous
Correct
C.
mucous
D.
cuboidal
131.
131.
ID: 17477374
Connective tissue membranes differ from cutaneous and serous membranes in that they:
A.
contain fewer layers of cells.
B.
do not contain epithelial components.
Correct
C.
are not smooth and slick.
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D.
do not secrete fluids.
132.
132.
ID: 17477383
Which of the following is not a characteristic of connective tissue?
A.
Typically holds its cells together tightly by means of desmosomes
Correct
B.
Protects the body from foreign invaders
C.
Supports the body
D.
Transports substances throughout the body
133.
133.
ID: 17477392
The most complex tissue in the body is:
A.
connective.
B.
epithelial.
C.
nervous.
Correct
D.
muscle.
134.
134.
ID: 17478001
Basement membrane is composed of molecules made by _____ tissue.
A.
muscle
B.
connective
C.
epithelial
D.
Both B and C are correct.
Correct
135.
135.
ID: 17478010
Which of the following is not true of simple squamous epithelium?
A.
It is one layer thick.
B.
It prevents the diffusion of material from one part of the body to another.
Correct
C.
It is composed of flat, scalelike cells.
D.
All of the above are true of simple squamous epithelium.
136.
136.
ID: 17478019
Which of the following is not true of simple cuboidal epithelium?
A.
It is one layer thick.
B.
It is composed of cuboidal-shaped cells.
C.
It is found in ducts or tubules of the kidney.
D.
All of the above are true of simple cuboidal epithelium.
Correct
137.
137.
ID: 17478028
Microvilli are found on which types of cells lining of the intestine?
A.
Pseudostratified epithelium
B.
Simple columnar epithelium
Correct
C.
Stratified cuboidal epithelium
D.
Simple cuboidal epithelium
138.
138.
ID: 17478035
Cilia are found on which type of cells in the lining of the respiratory tract?
A.
Pseudostratified epithelium
Correct
B.
Simple columnar epithelium
C.
Stratified cuboidal epithelium
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D.
Simple cuboidal epithelium
139.
139.
ID: 17478050
Glandular epithelium is usually composed of _____ epithelium.
A.
stratified cuboidal
B.
stratified columnar
C.
pseudostratified columnar
D.
None of the above is correct.
Correct
140.
140.
ID: 17478058
The functioning of which of the following glandular tissues does not injure the cell or cause a loss of cytoplasm?
A.
Apocrine
B.
Endocrine
C.
Merocrine
Correct
D.
Holocrine
141.
141.
ID: 17478066
Areolar tissue usually contains which type of cell in the greatest number?
A.
Macrophages
B.
Fibroblasts
Correct
C.
Mast cells
D.
Phagocytes
142.
142.
ID: 17478075
Reticular tissue does not form the framework for which of the following?
A.
Kidney
Correct
B.
Spleen
C.
Lymph nodes
D.
All of the above are composed of reticular tissue.
143.
143.
ID: 17478084
Cells found only in cartilage include:
A.
chondrocytes and fibroblasts.
B.
chondrocytes and macrophages.
C.
chondrocytes and mast cells.
D.
only chondrocytes.
Correct
144.
144.
ID: 17478093
Which of the following is not a characteristic of skeletal muscles?
A.
Having one nucleus per cell
Correct
B.
Being attached to bone
C.
Having striations
D.
Having voluntary or “willed” muscles
145.
145.
ID: 17478302
Which of the following is not a characteristic of smooth muscles?
A.
Having one nucleus per cell
B.
Having intercalated disks
Correct
C.
Composing the walls of the viscera
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D.
Usually not being under voluntary control
146.
146.
ID: 17478311
The serous membrane covering the stomach is called the:
A.
visceral pleura.
B.
visceral peritoneum.
Correct
C.
parietal pleura.
D.
parietal peritoneum.
147.
147.
ID: 17478320
Which of the following is not a proteoglycan found in the matrix of connective tissue?
A.
Glucosamine
B.
Collagen
Correct
C.
Hyaluronic acid
D.
All of the above are proteoglycans.
148.
148.
ID: 17478329
Microvilli assist epithelial tissue in:
A.
protecting the underlying tissue.
B.
releasing substances from glands.
C.
absorbing nutrients.
Correct
D.
all of the above functions.
149.
149.
ID: 17478338
Another term for a ductless gland is an _____ gland.
A.
exocrine
B.
endocrine
Correct
C.
alveolar
D.
Both A and C are correct.
150.
150.
ID: 17478347
The type of cell found in connective tissue that releases histamine is a(n):
A.
fibroblast.
B.
macrophage.
C.
mast cell.
Correct
D.
areolar cell.
151.
151.
ID: 17478356
Cancellous tissue is an example of which type of connective tissue?
A.
Cartilage
B.
Bone
Correct
C.
Dense connective
D.
Loose connective
152.
152.
ID: 17478365
An axon is an important part of which kind of tissue?
A.
Nervous
Correct
B.
Smooth muscle
C.
Cardiac muscle
D.
Glandular epithelium
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153.
153.
ID: 17478374
The membrane lining the wall of the thoracic cavity is the:
A.
visceral pleura.
B.
parietal pleura.
Correct
C.
visceral peritoneum.
D.
parietal peritoneum.
154.
154.
ID: 17478383
The membrane lining the wall of the abdominal cavity is the:
A.
visceral pleura.
B.
parietal pleura.
C.
visceral peritoneum.
D.
parietal peritoneum.
Correct
155.
155.
ID: 17478392
Connective tissue forms from stem cell tissue called:
A.
mesenchyme.
Correct
B.
blastocyst.
C.
endoderm.
D.
ectoderm.
156.
156.
ID: 17478600
Which of the following is not a class of cartilage tissue?
A.
Hyaline
B.
Fibrocartilage
C.
Cancellous
Correct
D.
Elastic
157.
157.
ID: 17478608
Fat cells would most likely be found in _____ tissue.
A.
reticular
B.
adipose
Correct
C.
irregular dense fibrous
D.
None of the above is correct.
158.
158.
ID: 17478617
Small spaces in the bone where osteocytes are located are called:
A.
lacunae.
Correct
B.
lamellae.
C.
canaliculi.
D.
marrow.
159.
159.
ID: 17478626
Hematopoietic tissue can be found in the:
A.
heart.
B.
lungs.
C.
bones.
Correct
D.
intestines.
160.
160.
ID: 17478635
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Which cells form the blood-brain barrier that protects the brain from harmful substances
in the blood?
A.
Oligodendrocytes
B.
Neurons
C.
Astrocytes
Correct
D.
Microglia
161.
161.
ID: 17478644
Which cells electrically insulate axons to increase the speed of conduction?
A.
Oligodendrocytes
B.
Schwann cells
C.
Astrocytes
D.
Both A and B
Correct
162.
162.
ID: 17478653
Which cells help destroy pathogens and damaged tissue in the brain?
A.
Oligodendrocytes
B.
Schwann cells
C.
Astrocytes
D.
Microglia
Correct
163.
163.
ID: 17478663
Which type of connective tissue helps newborns maintain body temperature by producing heat?
A.
Dense fibrous tissue
B.
Reticular tissue
C.
Brown fat
Correct
D.
White fat
164.
164.
ID: 17478672
Dense irregular fibrous tissue is not found in which of the following structures?
A.
Walls of arteries
Correct
B.
Capsule surrounding the spleen
C.
Fascia surrounding muscles
D.
All of the above contain dense irregular fibrous tissue.
165.
165.
ID: 17478681
Dense regular fibrous tissue is not found in which of the following structures?
A.
Tendons
B.
Dermis of the skin
Correct
C.
Ligaments
D.
All of the above contain dense regular fibrous tissue.
166.
166.
ID: 17478690
The cell that has the opposite function of the osteoblast is a(n):
A.
chondrocyte.
B.
osteocyte.
C.
osteoclast.
Correct
D.
fibroblast.
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167.
167.
ID: 17478699
Which of the following is not a characteristic of cardiac muscle?
A.
Cells separated by intercalated disks
B.
Also called nonstriated involuntary muscles
Correct
C.
Found in the heart
D.
All of the above are characteristics of cardiac muscle.
168.
168.
ID: 17479108
Which type of tissue has the greatest capacity to regenerate?
A.
Muscle
B.
Nervous
C.
Epithelial
Correct
D.
All of the above tissue have about equal ability to regenerate.
169.
169.
ID: 17479117
Which tissue is most likely to form a keloid scar as it heals?
A.
Muscle
B.
Nervous
C.
Epithelial
D.
Connective
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