A&P Lecture Chap 1 Quiz
Which of the following is the best explanation for why cells are considered the smallest units of living things
Cells are the simplest structure to fit all of the characteristics necessary to be considered alive.
the stomach is ________ to the spine
anterior
The fingers are _________ to the wrist.
distal
Embryology concerns the structural changes that occur in an individual from conception through old age
false
The study of large body structures, visible to the naked eye, such as the heart is called ________ anatomy.
gross
The thoracic cavity contains the ________. It is found ________ to the vertebral cavity.
heart and lungs; anterior
The coxal joint is most likely found in the ________ region of the body.
hip
the lungs are _______ to the heart
lateral
In which quadrant of the abdominopelvic cavity is the stomach located?
left upper quadrant
the bridge of the nose is _________ to the left eye
medial
In which body cavities are the lungs located?
pleural, ventral, & thoracic
integumentary system
prevents water loss, entry of germs into the body and synthesizes vitamin D
skeletal system
provides a rigid framework to support the body & stores minerals
muscular system
provides the force to move bones about their joints
the upper arm is ________ to the forearm
proximal
Some of the nerve endings in the skin are sensitive to changes in temperature. They are part of a negative feedback mechanism regulating body temperature. These nerve endings represent a(n) ________ in the negative feedback mechanism.
receptor
nervous system
responds to environmental changes by transmitting electrical impulses