Anatomy & Physiology Exam 1, Anatomy and Physiology Exam 2, Anatomy & Physiology Exam 3, Anatomy & Physiology Exam 4, Anatomy and Physiology Exam 5
Which of the following conditions in muscle fibers would contribute to muscle fatigue?
Depletion of ATP reserves
Which of the following statements regarding melanin is true?
During pregnancy, melanin production is increased.
Which type of gland possesses ducts?
Exocrine
In the process of tissue repair, which of the events listed below occurs last?
Granulation tissue develops.
Which type of muscle tissue is under voluntary neural control?
Skeletal muscle
Which type of muscle tissue would cause flexion and extension of the arm?
Skeletal muscle
The superior and inferior colliculi are located in which of the following portions of the midbrain?
Tectum (roof)
The building blocks of proteins are_________.
amino acids
The inferior colliculi
are involved with auditory pathways in the CNS.
Keratinocytes
are responsible for the reduction of water loss from the skin.
Nucleotides
are the building blocks of nucleic acids.
Dendrites
are the input part of the neuron.
Electrons
are the subatomic particles most involved in bonding behavior of atoms.
Nissl bodies are_________.
areas of rough endoplasmic reticulum
Association fibers connect
areas of the cerebral cortex within the same hemisphere.
Which of the following activities is NOT associated with the cerebrum?
Controlling the autonomic nervous system
The term "stratum germinativum" is sometimes used to refer to the_________.
stratum basale
A cell that forms fibrous connective tissue would be called a_________.
fibroblast
Adipose tissue
functions as an insulator and a site of energy storage.
Groups of related nerve cell bodies located outside of the central nervous system are called_________.
ganglia
Cell bodies of the peripheral nervous system are located in
ganglia.
The anterior and posterior chambers of the eye are separated by the_________.
iris
Movements of the body are usually smooth and occur at differing rates because
motor units contract out of phase at their own particular rates.
Cells that maintain bone are called_________.
osteocytes
Most enzymes are_________.
proteins
Damage to pontine nuclei might affect_________.
respiration
The type of cell connection that serves as a permeability barrier is a_________.
tight junction
Which muscle(s) can contract without the need for nervous stimulation?
Smooth and cardiac muscle
Which type of muscle is found in the wall of the digestive tract?
Smooth muscle
In which layer of the epidermis are granules of keratohyalin formed?
Stratum granulosum
Which type of gland discharges fragments of the gland's cells during secretion?
Apocrine
Which type of muscle is found in the wall of the heart?
Cardiac muscle
Which type of muscle tissue has cells that branch?
Cardiac muscle
Which type of tissue possesses an abundant extracellular matrix?
Connective tissue
What is the most commonly dislocated joint in the body?
Glenohumeral joint
Injury to the reticular formation can result in which of the following?
Irreversible coma
Cerebrospinal fluid is formed by tissue in the walls and roofs of the_________.
ventricles of the brain
Which of the following individuals would have more mitochondria in her skeletal muscle?
A 22-year-old soccer player
In which layer of the epidermis are lamellar bodies formed inside keratinocytes?
Stratum spinosum
Why are cyanide compounds lethal to humans?
They interfere with the production of ATP.
The mesentery is
a double-layered serous membrane that anchors some of the abdominal organs to the body wall.
Dense regular collagenous connective tissue would be found in
a ligament.
Gout is
a metabolic disorder caused by increased uric acid in blood.
An isometric contraction is described as
a muscle produces an increasing tension as the length remains constant.
An isotonic contraction is described as
a muscle produces constant tension during contraction.
An eccentric contraction is described as
a muscle produces tension, but the length of the muscle is increasing.
The minimum energy required to start a chemical reaction
can be lowered by enzymes.
Dermatomal maps are important clinically because they
can be used to help locate nerve damage.
By covering the whole body surface, the skin acts as a protective barrier and plays a role in_________.
immunity
Parallel curving ridges of dermis that shape the overlying epidermis into friction ridges
improve the grip of the hands.
When repolarization of the plasma membrane is complete, the
original polarity of the cell is restored.
Impulses that initiate motivation and forethought originate in the_________.
prefrontal area
Articular cartilage
provides a smooth surface where bones meet.
A term that means "toward the attached end of a limb" is _________.
proximal
Skeletal muscle cells need large numbers of_________ to make the many proteins they contain.
ribosomes
Rhodopsin is found in the_________.
rods
The portion of the hair below the surface of the skin is the_________.
root
Turning a structure around its longitudinal axis is called_________.
rotation
In order for excitation-contraction coupling to occur, the production of an action potential must occur within the_________ of a muscle fiber.
sarcolemma
T tubules are invaginations of the
sarcolemma
T tubules are invaginations of the
sarcolemma.
Olfactory adaptation occurs when odorant receptors become_________.
saturated
Cranial nerve functions include_________.
somatic motor control
The reticular formation
is composed of nuclei scattered throughout the brain stem.
A sarcomere extends from
one Z disk to an adjacent Z disk.
A buffer will
resist drastic changes in the pH of the solutions.
Diseases that affect the ability of skeletal muscle to contract are considered life threatening because
respiratory movements depend on skeletal muscle contractions.
For distant vision,
the ciliary muscles are relaxed.
To focus on objects closer than 20 feet
the ciliary muscles must contract.
The fluid-mosaic model of the plasma membrane suggests that
the membrane is neither rigid nor static in structure.
Osteoarthritis is
the most common type of arthritis.
Whole muscles can respond in a graded fashion to stimuli by varying
the number of motor units recruited.
If reciprocal innervation failed during a stretch reflex, the consequence might be that
the overall movement would be diminished due to opposing muscles contracting simultaneously.
If a physician applies eye drops that inhibit muscle fibers controlled by the parasympathetic division, you would expect
the patient's pupil to constrict.
Myosin is also known as the
thick myofilament.
Damage to branches of the_________ nerve can interfere with normal speech.
vagus
The motor root of a spinal nerve is also referred to as the_________ root.
ventral
Intercostal nerves are formed from the
ventral rami of thoracic spinal nerves.
Plasma membrane phospholipids
All of the choices are correct.
Reflexes function in
All of the choices are correct.
The accessory nerve
All of the choices are correct.
The brainstem
All of the choices are correct.
The nervous system
All of the choices are correct.
The presence of water in our bodies allows us to
All of the choices are correct.
The sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the ANS differ in the
All of the choices are correct.
Which factors can be used to differentiate between eccrine sweat glands and apocrine sweat glands?
All of the choices are correct.
Which of the following events occurs in the secondary active transport of glucose?
All of the choices are correct.
Which of the following structures is part of the vascular tunic?
Iris
Which of the following is correctly matched?
Iris - sphincter pupillae
Which of the following pairs is mismatched?
Left cerebral hemisphere - spatial perception
Turning the ankle so that the plantar surface faces laterally is_________.
eversion
The elevated oxygen consumption relative to activity level after exercise has ended is called
excess post-exercise oxygen consumption.
When acetylcholine binds with nicotinic receptors, the response is_________.
excitatory
Rotating the ankles so that the bottoms of the feet face each other medially is called_________.
inversion
The opposite of eversion is_________.
inversion
The joint capsule
is a double layer of tissue that encloses a joint.
Color vision
is a function of cone cells.
An enzyme
is a protein catalyst.
If 0.9% NaCl (saline) solution is isotonic to a cell, then a 0.5% saline solution
is hypotonic to the cell.
During the absolute refractory period, the cell
is insensitive to further stimulation.
The glossopharyngeal nerve
is involved in the sense of taste.
The conversion between different states of energy (e.g. potential energy to kinetic energy)
is not 100% efficient and typically generates heat.
The cornea
is part of the focusing system of the eye.
Hyaluronic acid
is responsible for the lubricating properties of synovial fluid.
A fascicle
is surrounded by perimysium.
Endocytosis
is the bulk uptake of material through the plasma membrane by vesicle formation.
Complete tetanus
is the condition in which stimuli occur so rapidly that there are no intervening relaxations.
Incomplete tetanus
is the condition in which the muscle fiber only partially relaxes between contractions.
The central nervous system
is the site for processing information.
The function of the Golgi apparatus is
packaging and distribution of proteins and lipids.
A toxic drug destroyed the Golgi apparatus. This would affect
packaging of glycoproteins and lipoproteins.
The dermal layer closest to the epidermis is the_________.
papillary layer
A cut bleeds, but does not penetrate to the subcutaneous layer. The deepest layer of skin penetrated was the_________.
papillary layer of the dermis
The primary somatosensory cortex is located in the_________ lobe.
parietal
Beta-blockers (beta-adrenergic blocking agents) are frequently used to
prevent increases in heart rate.
Blood vessels enter the eye and nerve processes exit the eye at the_________.
optic disc
Visual input is sent to the brainstem via the_________ nerve, whereas the_________ nerve sends facial sensation to the brainstem.
optic; trigeminal
Internal structures of a cell that carry out specialized metabolic tasks are called_________.
organelles
Ventral rami of some spinal nerves join with each other to form a_________.
plexus
Phospholipids have a hydrophilic end which is
polar and water soluble.
When doing a pushup, your shoulders_________ as your body is pushed upward.
protract
The function of a bursa is to
provide a fluid-filled cushion that reduces friction.
Microtubules
provide structure and support to the cytoplasm.
Improper use of crutches could cause compression of the_________ nerve.
radial
Muscular tissue consists of which type of cells or fibers?
Elongated fibers (cells) that are specialized to contract
Which of the following structures is considered to be an accessory structure of the eye?
Palpebrae
Which type of circuit is associated with complex neuronal processes, such as solving mathematical equations?
Parallel after-discharge
Which of the following is NOT a function of cerebrospinal fluid?
Provides oxygen to CNS tissue
What is a malignant tumor derived from connective tissue?
Sarcoma
What type of neuroglial cells provide support and nutrition to sensory ganglia in the PNS?
Satellite cells
The antecubital region is the
area in front of the elbow.
The integumentary system has many functions, one of which is
detection of heat and touch.
Lack of a gag reflex would indicate dysfunction of the_________ nerve.
glossopharyngeal
Triglycerides are composed of
glycerol and fatty acids.
Vitreous humor
helps to hold the lens and retina in place.
The mass number of an atom is the number of
neutrons plus protons in the atom.
The membranes of all postganglionic neurons in autonomic ganglia have_________.
nicotinic receptors
A pseudo-unipolar neuron is characterized by the presence of
no dendrites.
The wall of the abdominopelvic cavity is lined by a serous membrane called the
parietal peritoneum.
A skeletal muscle generates the greatest tension when it is
partially stretched before being stimulated.
Hydrogen bonds form between molecules containing_________ bonds; the hydrogen bond is between a hydrogen atom of one molecule and a partially_________ charged atom of another.
polar covalent; negatively
The nucleus for the facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) is located in the_________.
pons
The part of the brain that connects the medulla to the midbrain is the_________.
pons
Collagen, elastin, and reticular fibers in connective tissues are all considered_________.
proteins
Returning the thumb to the anatomical position after touching the little finger is_________.
reposition
Active transport
requires ATP.
Translation
requires the pairing of codons on mRNA with anticodons on tRNA.
Connective tissue is separated into subgroups based on the
structure of the extracellular matrix.
Joints are classified according to the
structure of the joint.
In the TMJ joint, the mandible articulates with the_________.
temporal bone
This type of tissue is composed of closely packed adipocytes and forms a protective cushion around organs, insulate the body, and serves as an energy reserve.
Adipose tissue
A lack of mitochondria within skeletal muscle fibers would impair which ATP-yielding chemical process?
Aerobic respiration
When skeletal muscle is producing and water while making ATP, which chemical processes could be active at this time?
Aerobic respiration
Which chemical pathway do your muscles depend on while you are watching a movie?
Aerobic respiration
What is an oxygen deficit?
After exercise, the taken in that exceeds the required for resting metabolism
Eccrine sweat glands do which of the following?
Aid in cooling the body
Aldosterone is a hormone that increase the level of in the blood. Considering negative-feedback regulation of blood levels, which of the following events would most likely be an effect of aldosterone on the body in blood levels decreased?
Aldosterone would cause a decrease in the amount of that was excreted as part of urine.
Acne is caused by_________.
All of the choices are correct.
Afferent fibers terminating in the hypothalamus provide input from the
All of the choices are correct.
Autonomic reflexes might be integrated in the
All of the choices are correct.
Damage to the cerebellum is likely to cause
All of the choices are correct.
Which of the following type of connective tissue is mismatched with its matrix?
Cartilage - highly vascular matrix
Which of the following is a basal nucleus located in the cerebrum?
Caudate nucleus
Which of the following is NOT true of reactive astrocytosis?
Causes the spread of inflammation
Which of the following categories of epithelium is based on cell shape?
Columnar
Which of the following are ciliated cells?
Columnar cells of upper respiratory tract
Which of the following statements concerning epithelial tissue is false?
Columnar epithelial cells promote diffusion.
Contraction of smooth muscle in the walls of the dermal blood vessels will cause which of the following?
Conservation of body heat
Which of the following is NOT a function of skeletal muscle?
Constriction of organs
Which of the following is NOT a sympathetic effect on the body?
Constriction of the pupil
Which of the following is NOT a function of connective tissue?
Contraction
Which of the following is NOT a function of the cerebellum?
Control the heart rate
Which of the following occurs during recovery from oxygen deficit?
Conversion of excess lactate to glucose
Which of the following is not a term that describes a cut that separates the body into left and right portions?
Coronal
What type of process conducts nerve impulses toward the cell body?
Dendrite
Which type of connective tissue is found in the walls of large arteries?
Dense irregular elastic tissue
Which of the following situations occurs in electrically excitable cells?
Depolarization causes voltage-gated sodium ion channels to open.
Which of the following is not an important function of calcium ions in skeletal muscle activity?
Depolarization of the sarcolemma
Which of the following is an inflammatory condition of the skin?
Dermatitis
Which of the following structures is likely to consist of dense irregular collagenous connective tissue?
Dermis of the skin
Which tissue type forms glands?
Epithelial
Which type of tissue has little extracellular matrix because it forms covering and lining layers for body structures?
Epithelial
"Cutting off your nose" would be a section in the _________ plane.
coronal
The gray matter on the outer surface of the cerebrum is called the_________.
cortex
The gray matter of the cerebrum is composed of neuron cell bodies and makes up both the_________ and the_________.
cortex; deep cerebral nuclei
The_________ tract and the_________ tract make up the pyramidal system.
corticospinal; corticobulbar
Jasmine trips and tries to break her fall by putting her hand to the ground. The doctor informs her she has injured the_________ joints in her wrist.
costocarpal
The condition of painful, spasmodic contractions of muscles is referred to as
cramps.
The peripheral nervous system includes the_________.
cranial nerves
Axons exit the sympathetic chain ganglia by all of the following except
cranial nerves.
During resting conditions,_________ is synthesized to store energy.
creatine phosphate
Normal pH for blood is 7.35 to 7.45. Maintenance of the pH in this range is
critical because enzymes work best within narrow ranges of pH.
Rigor mortis occurs after death because
cross-bridges form but can't release.
Terrance is told by his physician that he has lesions on one side of his spinal cord, which cut the lateral spinothalamic tract. Therefore, Terrance will have an inability to perceive
cutaneous sensations on the opposite side of his body below the level of injury.
The bluish tinge of skin due to a reduction of oxygen in the blood is called_________.
cyanosis
Solubility refers to the ability of one substance to_________ in another.
dissolve
The three arches of the foot
distribute the weight of the body during standing and walking.
Sensory neurons carrying action potentials from pain receptors synapse within the spinal cord with interneurons. These interneurons synapse with motor neurons leading back to an effector and ascending neurons that carry action potentials toward the brain. This is an example of a/an_________ pathway.
divergent
The sensory root of a spinal nerve is also referred to as_________ root.
dorsal
The gate control theory of pain says that pain impulses traveling through the lateral spinothalamic tract can be suppressed by increased activity of the
dorsal column/medial lemniscal system.
The branch of a spinal nerve that innervates deep muscles on the dorsal thorax is the_________.
dorsal ramus
The most superficial meningeal layer is the_________.
dura mater
The thickest of the meninges is the_________.
dura mater
The opposite of depression is_________.
elevation
The habenula and pineal body are both found in the_________.
epithalamus
A major limitation of radiographs is that they
give only a flat, two-dimensional image of the body.
Lead poisoning can be detected by doing an analysis of_________.
hair
An expanded knob at the base of the hair root is the_________.
hair bulb
The portion of a hair that protrudes above the surface of the skin is the_________.
hair shaft
Bone
has a rich blood supply.
Unlike an exocrine gland, an endocrine gland
has no ducts.
The autonomic nervous system
has two sets of neurons in a series.
Axons
have a distal portion that branches to form the presynaptic terminals.
Receptor molecules in synapses
have a high degree of specificity.
Cardiac muscle cells are like skeletal muscle cells in that they both
have striations.
The cerebellum functions as a comparator. This means that the cerebellum compares
intended movements with actual movements.
telencephalon
intended movements with actual movements.
A lesion in the red nucleus results in_________ tremors.
intention
The facial and glossopharyngeal nerves
innervate the salivary glands.
The taste area is located in the_________.
insula
The taste cortex is located in the_________.
insula
Damage to a postsynaptic membrane would
interfere with the ability to respond to neurotransmitter.
The blockage of CSF inside the brain is a condition called_________.
internal hydrocephalus
The extracellular material of a tissue is called the_________.
matrix
The extracellular material of tissues is called_________.
matrix
The embryonic germ layer that is the source of connective tissue and muscle is_________.
mesoderm
An organism's ability to use energy in order to swim is an example of _________.
metabolism
The cytoskeleton consists of
microtubules, actin filaments, and intermediate filaments.
Cells of the small intestine and kidney tubules have extensions called_________, which increase their surface area.
microvilli
The nuclei of cranial nerves III, IV, and V are located in the_________.
midbrain
Adjacent amino acids in a polypeptide chain are held together by_________ bonds.
peptide
All of the following processes can move substances out of a cell EXCEPT_________.
phagocytosis
Keratinization
produces a layer of cells that resist abrasion.
The conscious perception of cutaneous sensations occurs in the cerebral cortex, but these sensations are perceived as if they were on the surface of the body. This is called_________.
projection
Rotating the forearm so that the palm faces posteriorly is called_________.
pronation
The opposite of supination is_________.
pronation
The ability to localize the position of body parts is called_________.
proprioception
The perception of position and movement of body parts is_________.
proprioception
All of the following nerve endings are found in the skin EXCEPT_________.
proprioceptors
Branches of the_________ nerve are anesthetized before a doctor performs an episiotomy for childbirth.
pudendal
Skin color is the result of the
quantity of melanin in the skin.
Too much acetylcholinesterase causes
rapid degradation of acetycholine.
Ricky's lenses are very round and his pupils are constricted. Ricky is most likely
reading a book.
The right cerebral hemisphere
receives sensory input from the left side of the body.
The component of the autonomic reflex arc that detects a change in stimulus is the_________.
receptor
The only place in the body where blood vessels can be viewed directly is the_________.
retina
Depolarization of the plasma membrane occurs when there is a rapid influx (inflow) of
sodium ions.
You go to the movies after a long day and you begin to nod off as soon as the movie starts. Your head starts to lower a little, but a reflex causes your head to rise. This is called the_________ reflex.
stretch
Endomysium is a delicate network of loose connective tissue that
surrounds each muscle fiber.
The endoneurium
surrounds individual axons and their Schwann cells.
Epimysium
surrounds individual muscles.
The lateral fissure separates the_________ from the rest of the cerebrum.
temporal lobe
In DNA replication,
the leading strand is formed as a continuous strand.
When you try to focus on the tip of your nose,
the lens becomes more spherical.
If the charge difference across the plasma membrane is decreased,
the membrane potential is more positive.
The parietal pericardium is
the membrane that lines the pericardial sac.
Concentric contractions occur when
the muscle produces increasing tension as it shortens.
The sac surrounding the spinal cord is the_________.
thecal sac
A collection of specialized cells and extra-cellular substances around them is known as a/an_________.
tissue
An aggregation of cells and extracellular materials which performs a discrete function is known as a/an_________.
tissue
Slowly adapting proprioceptors that would let you know the position of your thumb without looking at it are known as_________ receptors.
tonic
If you stepped in a hole in the yard and sprained your ankle, you have
torn a ligament of the ankle.
A physician is evaluating the cranial nerve function of a patient. To evaluate trigeminal nerve function, the physician should
touch the surface of the patient's eyeball to initiate blinking.
Medial means
toward the middle or midline of the body.
The sagittal suture is between the_________.
two parietal bones.
Michael Jordan was arguably the best player in professional basketball history. Scientifically, one would expect him to have highly developed_________ fibers.
white
Nervous tissue of the CNS that is composed primarily of myelinated axons is often referred to as_________ matter.
white
The short connection between a spinal nerve and a sympathetic chain ganglion through which preganglionic neurons pass is called the_________.
white ramus communicans
In the reversible reaction, , a decrease in respiration rate will increase the concentration of in the blood. What will this do to the amount of in the blood?
H+ will increase.
Damage to which portion of a hair follicle will most affect hair growth?
Hair bulb
Which of the following characteristics is NOT consistent with simple squamous epithelial tissue?
Has good blood supply within it
Which of the following would help to determine if the oculomotor nerve was damaged?
Have the patient look superiorly and inferiorly
What attaches epithelial cells to the basement membrane?
Hemidesmosomes
Which of the following is an example of labile cells?
Hemocytoblasts are cells that divide and give rise to multiple types of blood cells.
Which of the following statements provides an accurate description of cellular physiology involving structures of the digestive system?
Hepatocytes (liver cells) produce bile to aid in the breakdown of ingested lipids.
Amanda has no visual impairments, but has noticed that in order to see clearly she must hold books farther from her face in order to read. What is happening to Amanda's vision?
Her lens is becoming more rigid with age.
Which of the following is mismatched?
Hip joint - cruciate ligaments
Microscopic examination of a frozen tissue specimen is an application of which of the following disciplines?
Histology
What is the microscopic study of tissues?
Histology
_________ pressure is the force required to prevent the movement of water by osmosis across a selectively permeable membrane.
Osmotic
Which type of cell forms bone?
Osteoblast
Which type of cell breaks down bone tissue?
Osteoclast
Which of the following sequences is correct?
Oval window, vestibule, scala vestibuli
Select the structure considered a primary receptor.
Pacinian corpuscle
Which of the following is a visceral sensation?
Pain
Which of the following is CORRECTLY matched with its function?
Receptor proteins - attach to ligand molecules
Which of these cells would most likely have the largest number of mitochondria?
Skeletal muscle cells
What is a collection of similar cells and surrounding substances?
Tissue
Which of the following is a general sense?
Touch
Which of the following sensory functions involves neurons in the dorsal root ganglion?
Touch
Which of the following is found in spongy bone but not compact bone?
Trabeculae
What is activated when light causes 11- cis-retinal to convert to all- trans-retinal?
Transducin
Which type of epithelial tissue is found in the urinary bladder?
Transitional epithelium
The blink reflex is initiated by contact with the cornea. Which cranial nerve could be assessed by initiating the blink reflex?
Trigeminal
Which of the following cranial nerves innervates only one muscle of the eyeball?
Trochlear nerve
Which vitamin begins its synthesis in the skin when the skin is exposed to ultraviolet light?
Vitamin D
Which of the following statements concerning vitamin D is false?
Vitamin D causes the kidney to excrete calcium.
The sodium chloride molecule breaks apart in water. What does "D" represent?
Water molecule
An unknown molecule was detected in a tissue sample. The molecule is composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen; appears to be a branching polymer; and is hydrophilic. This molecule is most likely a_________.
carbohydrate
A yellow pigment derived from plants that can impart a yellow color to the skin is_________.
carotene
An example of a saddle joint is the_________ joint.
carpometacarpal
The transparent anterior portion of the fibrous tunic is the_________.
cornea
The H zone
contains only myosin myofilaments.
DNA
contains the sugar deoxyribose.
In the patellar tendon reflex arc, the patellar ligament is stretched, which stretches the quadriceps femoris muscle of the thigh. This reflex will cause the quadriceps femoris to_________ and the hamstrings to_________.
contract; relax
A myofibril is the
contractile thread that extends the length of the muscle fiber.
The electrical properties of cells are the result of
ion concentration differences across the plasma membrane.
The contractile structure that surrounds the pupil is the_________.
iris
Physiological contracture
is a condition in which cross-bridges cannot release.
Muscle tone
is a constant tension produced by muscles for long periods of time.
Nail cells are produced by the_________.
nail matrix
The proximal portion of the nail is the_________.
nail root
The umbilical region is commonly known as the _________.
naval
The cervical region is the _________.
neck
The femoral region is the _________.
thigh
Mechanoreceptors respond to
compression of receptors.
The optic disc
contains no photoreceptor cells.
The lumbar region is the
lower back.
The stretch of elastic components of a muscle adds to the increased tension during
multiple wave summation.
The motor neurons responsible for making a fist are_________.
multipolar
Acetylcholine will cause the pupil of the eye to constrict. A drug acts on receptors for acetylcholine to cause the pupils of the eye to dilate. Nicotine does not bind to receptors in smooth muscle cells of the iris. Therefore, the drug which causes the pupils to dilate is a_________.
muscarinic blocking agent
Effector cells that respond to acetylcholine released from postganglionic neurons have
muscarinic receptors.
The sensory receptor of the stretch reflex is the_________.
muscle spindle
Specialized muscle fibers associated with detection of muscle length are_________.
muscle spindles
Using the biceps brachii to flex the forearm requires innervation by the_________ nerve.
musculocutaneous
Muscle hypertrophy results from increased numbers of
myofibrils and sarcomeres.
In excitation-contraction coupling,
myosin heads bind to exposed active sites on actin.
ATPase is found in
myosin heads.
The nail root and the nail body attach to the_________.
nail bed
The distal portion of the nail is the_________.
nail body
The skin that covers the lateral and proximal edges of the nail is the_________.
nail fold
What happens when the arrector pili muscles contract?
"Goose bumps" form on the skin.
Which of the following statements accurately describe events that occur as a result of a local potential reaching threshold?
A positive feedback cycle develops in which depolarization causes activation gates of channels to open.
What is tropomyosin?
A protein found along the groove of the F-actin double helix
In which of the following situations does a resting membrane potential exist?
A relaxed muscle fiber
Which type of neural circuit is best for producing a prolonged output?
A reverberating circuit
What is a tastant?
A substance dissolved in saliva that causes taste cells to depolarize.
Which of the following chemical reactions best represents the synthesis of ATP?
ADP + Pi + energy → ATP + H2O
Efferent neurons of the
ANS utilize two neurons in series to connect the CNS to the effector.
Aerobic exercise
All of these choices are correct.
Individuals with lighter skin have which of the following?
Approximately the same number of melanocytes as individuals with darker skins
Match the eye structure with the appropriate description. A. Blood vessels enter and the optic nerve exits here B. A small yellow spot near the center of the posterior retina C. The portion of the retina with the greatest visual acuity D. A jelly-like substance in the posterior cavity of the eye E. The fluid that fills the anterior cavity of the eye Macula
B. A small yellow spot near the center of the posterior retina
Match the description of the disease or disorder of the eye with its correct name. A. Difficulty seeing distant objects B. A type of refractory error C. Clouding of the lens of the eye D. Increased intraocular pressure that can lead to loss of vision E. Loss of acute central vision Astigmatism
B. A type of refractory error
Which of the following would you observe in a patient with a tumor of the cerebellum?
Balance impairment
Match the structure associated with the eye with the appropriate description. A. The angle where the eyelids join B. The space between the two eyelids C. Another name for the eyelids D. The membrane that covers the inner surface of the eyelids E. The membrane that covers the anterior sclera of the eye Palpebrae
C. Another name for the eyelids
Match the description of the disease or disorder of the eye with its correct name. A. Difficulty seeing distant objects B. A type of refractory error C. Clouding of the lens of the eye D. Increased intraocular pressure that can lead to loss of vision E. Loss of acute central vision Cataract
C. Clouding of the lens of the eye
Which of these molecules is hydrophobic?
Cholesterol
Which of the following statements concerning connective tissue is true?
Collagen fibers provide strength to dense connective tissue.
What is the large C-shaped mass of white matter that consists of nerve fibers that connect the two cerebral hemispheres?
Corpus callosum
Which of the following statements is NOT true of hyperopia?
Corrected by "minus" lenses
Which of the following is a descending pathway in the spinal cord?
Corticospinal tract
Which of the following term and description is mismatched?
Cutaneous receptors - associated with the viscera
Match the term associated with vision with the appropriate description. A. The area that can be seen with the eyes open B. Opening in the orbit through which the optic nerve passes C. The cerebral area that integrates messages from retina D. Area where medial ganglion cell axons cross over E. The route of the ganglionic axons beyond the chiasma Optic chiasma
D. Area where medial ganglion cell axons cross over
Which type of connective tissue is found in tendons and ligaments?
Dense regular collagenous tissue
Match the structure of the ear with the appropriate description. A. Eardrum B. Part of the ear that contains the organ of hearing C. Includes the pinna and external auditory canal D. Fleshy portion of the external ear E. Air-filled space within the temporal bone Auricle
D. Fleshy portion of the external ear
Which type of gland does not have ducts?
Endocrine
Which type of gland releases products by secretion into the blood?
Endocrine
Which of the following pairs is mismatched?
Endoderm - bone
Which of the following correctly differentiates endolymph and perilymph? (Check all that apply.)
Endolymph has a high concentration of K+ and a low concentration of Na+ compared to perilymph. Endolymph is within the membranous labyrinth, and perilymph is between the membranous labyrinth and the bony labyrinth.
Indicate the class of tissue that is capable of regeneration, is avascular, and consists of cells that are bound to each other via specialized junctions.
Epithelial tissue
Which type of tissue forms linings or coverings?
Epithelial tissue
Which of the following statements concerning epithelial cell surfaces is false?
Epithelium with folded surfaces tends to be very rigid.
Which term is synonymous with the cuticle of the nail?
Eponychium
Substance A is found to be a competitor with acetylcholine. Which step of muscle contraction physiology would be directly affected by this substance?
Exposure of the active sites on G actin
A baseball player was hit on the left side of his skull in the parotid area. He cannot close his eye and the corner of his mouth droops. Which cranial nerve was damaged?
Facial
When you lick frosting off a knife with the tip of your tongue and find the frosting has an orange flavor to it, which cranial nerve is being used to determine the taste of the frosting?
Facial
Which of the following cranial nerves has a parasympathetic component?
Facial
Which of the following nerves has parasympathetic axons?
Facial
True or False? A mitochondrial disease is passed to offspring via the father.
False
Fatty acid A has 10 double covalent bonds scattered throughout its carbon chain while fatty acid B has only single covalent bonds between the carbons in its chain.
Fatty acid B is saturated.
During brain surgery, the superior portion of the postcentral gyrus of a patient is stimulated. What do you expect the patient to do?
Feel pressure on his toes
A cut along which plane would result in the anterior perspective of the body appearing normal, with no evident cuts?
Frontal
If acetylcholine binds to muscarinic receptors,
G proteins mediate the cell's response.
Identify the statement that best differentiates gray matter and white matter.
Gray matter consists of cell bodies and dendrites, whereas white matter consists mostly of myelinated axons.
Which of the following is not a feature that almost all connective tissues have in common?
Ground substance is so scarce that it is not visible with a light microscope.
Which of the following cranial nerves does NOT carry parasympathetic fibers?
Hypoglossal
Which of the following would increase the maximum rate of facilitated diffusion?
Increase the concentration gradient of the transported molecule to the saturation point
Which of the following would increase the rate of mediated transport?
Increase the number of available carrier molecules
Which of the following helps explain the increased tension seen in multiple wave summation?
Increased concentration of around the myofibrils
What is the function of adipose tissue in the subcutaneous layer?
It serves as a storage site for lipids, which can be used for energy.
As a stereocilium bends, the tip link pulls_________ gates open.
K+
Which cells of the epidermis are part of the immune system?
Langerhans cells
Which of the following is not a condition that would be considered sensorineural hearing loss?
Loss of flexibility of the joint between the incus and the stapes
Damage to the left side of the brain near the visual cortex could result in which of the following visual changes?
Loss of right visual fields from both eyes
Which of the following skin changes is usually associated with aging?
Loss of subcutaneous tissue contributes to sagging of the skin.
Lynn has an obstruction in her left lacrimal canaliculi. A result of this is that
Lynn appears to be constantly crying but only from her left eye.
A patient is experiencing a high fever, stiff neck, drowsiness, and intense headaches. A spinal tap showed bacteria and white blood cells in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). This individual most likely has what condition?
Meningitis
Which type of exocrine gland uses exocytosis to secrete its product?
Merocrine
Which of the following terms encompasses all of the other ones?
Metabolism
Which joint can be injured by closing a hand in a car door at the knuckles?
Metacarpophalangeal joint
From which embryonic brain region does the cerebellum form?
Metencephalon
Of the four primary classes of tissues, the tissue that consists of elongated fibers that are specialized to contract in response to stimulation is_________.
Muscle tissue
Which of the following pairs is mismatched?
Oxidation - gain of electrons
The delivery of a radioactive compound to the body to study the metabolism of tissues is called _________.
PET
A patient is experiencing pain on the bottom of his feet due to ligament damage. Which structure is most likely involved?
Plantar calcaneonavicular ligament
Which type of movement would you use to reach the bowls on a top shelf, which are slightly out of reach?
Plantar flexion
If a toxic drug inhibited mRNA synthesis, which of the following would be most directly affected?
Protein synthesis
Which of the following matrix molecules tends to trap large quantities of water?
Proteoglycan
Which protein structure results from folding or coiling of a polypeptide chain caused by hydrogen bonds between amino acids?
Secondary structure
What occurs when wound edges are far apart?
Secondary union
has no ducts.
Secretion and absorption of molecules
Whales are air-breathing aquatic mammals, and some species can remain underwater for long periods of time. Which type of skeletal muscle fibers are most likely dominant in these deep diving whales?
Slow fibers
Which type of epithelial tissue is found in the mouth?
Stratified squamous epithelium
_________ epithelium is the most widespread epithelium in the body, whereas_________ epithelium is rare.
Stratified squamous; stratified columnar
A parent of a baby visits the pediatrician because the baby's skin is turning orange. Fortunately, the baby's lab tests indicate no abnormality. What could be causing the orange coloration?
The baby's diet consists of mostly sweet potatoes and carrots.
All of the following statements concerning hair are true except one. Identify the exception.
The growth rate of all types of hair is the same.
When you travel in an elevator, what senses when the elevator is moving?
The hair cells of the otolithic membrane of the vestibule
An infant is born with a genetic defect that greatly reduces production of brown fat. Which of the following will most likely apply to this infant?
The infant will have difficulty regulating his body temperature.
People who live in Arctic regions often have limited exposure to ultraviolet light during the winter months, but do not suffer from vitamin D deficiency. What is one possible explanation for this?
They get enough vitamin D from their diet.
Which of the following would occur as a result of a single muscle contraction?
Twitch
Which of the following is a synthesis reaction?
Two amino acids are bonded together to form a dipeptide.
A physician must administer an anesthesia directly to the CNS via the vertebral column. How many layers of the meninges must be punctured to do so?
Two layers to introduce the anesthesia to the subarachnoid space
Night blindness could be caused by
a lack of rhodopsin.
The cavity of the body immediately inferior to the diaphragm is the _________ cavity.
abdominal
A base is a proton_________.
acceptor
Sensory_________ is the ability the brain has to prioritize the sensory input it receives and to ignore unimportant stimuli.
adaptation
At the base of each cilium is a structure called the_________.
basal body
A group of functionally related nuclei within the cerebrum, diencephalon, and midbrain are called the_________.
basal nuclei
The substantia nigra interconnects with the_________.
basal nuclei
An atom with 12 electrons, 13 neutrons, and 11 protons is a/an _________.
both an anion and an isotope
In smooth muscle, cross-bridging occurs due to
both binding to calmodulin and myosin kinase adding a phosphate to myosin heads.
The plantar surface is the
bottom of foot.
Spinal nerves C5-T1 make up the_________ plexus.
brachial
The perineurium
bundles axons into fascicles.
When an action potential reaches the presynaptic terminal,
calcium ions diffuse into the presynaptic terminal through voltage-gated ion channels.
Adrenergic receptors
can be activated by the release of epinephrine.
A cell uses centrioles in the process of
cell division.
Absence of a cytoskeleton might affect
cell shape.
The centrioles are found in a zone of cytoplasm close to the nucleus called the_________.
centrosome
The region of the limbic system that is involved in the feeling of satisfaction with sex and feeding behaviors is the_________.
cingulate gyrus
A movement through 360 degrees that combines flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction is called_________.
circumduction
With the elbow and wrist extended, painting a circle on a canvas requires_________ of the shoulder.
circumduction
Cephalic means
closer to the head.
Auditory impulses are transmitted by the_________ portion of the vestibulocochlear nerve.
cochlear
Lamellae are characteristic of
compact bone tissue.
If one nerve stimulus arrives at a muscle fiber so soon that the fiber does NOT relax at all from the previous twitch, the most likely result will be_________.
complete tetanus
A condition in which stimuli occur so rapidly that there are no intervening relaxations between contractions is called
complete tetanus.
The knee joint is an example of a_________ joint.
complex ellipsoid
A gland with branching ducts that end in acini would be classified as
compound acinar.
Lack of acetylcholinesterase in the synaptic cleft would result in
continuous stimulation of the postsynaptic membrane.
In working memory,
current information is lost when new information is presented.
The outer surface of the hair is called the_________.
cuticle
Enkephalins produce presynaptic inhibition in neurons transmitting pain signals. Increased levels of enkephalins will
decrease awareness of pain.
All of the following are complication of a major burnexcept_________.
decreased protein demand.
Another name for a bedsore is_________.
decubitus ulcer
Damage to the phrenic nerve would result in
difficulty breathing.
Inflammation of the skin is called dermatitis or or_________.
eczema
Muscles and glands that are capable of producing a response when stimulated by motor neurons are called_________.
effectors
There are_________ cervical spinal nerves.
eight
If the products of a chemical reaction contain less potential energy than the reactants,
energy has been released by the breaking of molecular bonds.
Heat energy is
energy that flows between objects with different temperatures.
Monamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO inhibitors)
enhance the binding of norepinephrine to its receptors.
In smooth muscle, most of the image needed for muscle contraction
enters from extracellular fluid.
The membrane that lines the digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive tracts consists of
epithelium and lamina propria
You taste a sauce with the "tip of your tongue." These taste sensations would be carried via the_________ cranial nerve.
facial (VII)
Motor control of the face is the function of the __________ nerve, while sensation from the face is determined by the __________ nerve.
facial; trigeminal
Initiating the withdrawal reflex in both legs at the same time would cause one to
fall
The portion of the dorsal column/medial lemniscal tract that carries proprioceptive sensations from nerve endings in the feet and legs is the_________.
fasciculus gracilis
During brain surgery, the superior portion of the primary somatic sensory cortex of a patient is stimulated. The patient is most likely to
feel something touching his back.
Inflammation of the fibrous connective tissue resulting in stiffness and soreness is
fibrositis.
A joint that has no joint cavity and exhibits little or no movement would be classified as a_________ joint.
fibrous
Pain in a synovial joint such as the hip can occur because of irritation of the nerves in the
fibrous capsule of the joint.
Taste buds are not associated with_________ papillae.
filiform
A slight sunburn is an example of a_________ burn.
first-degree
When you hold out your hands with the palms up,_________ your wrists will tip your palms toward you.
flexing
The opposite of extension is_________.
flexion
Na (atomic no. 11) reacts with Cl (atomic no. 17) to become stable. In the reaction, Na will_________, while Cl will_________.
give up one electron; accept one electron
Support cells of the brain and spinal cord are called_________.
glia
The support and protection of neurons are provided by_________.
glia
The simplest types of movement at a synovial joint are_________ movements.
gliding
The type of movement between carpal bones is described as_________.
gliding
The sense of taste is called_________.
gustation
The cubital or elbow joint is an example of a_________ joint.rev: 10_16_2019_QC_CS-186487
hinge
The popliteal region is the _________.
hollow behind the knee
A synchondrosis contains_________ cartilage.
hyaline
The "thermostat" or nucleus that monitors blood temperature is located in the_________.
hypothalamus
While Stacy is in the process of passing over the bar during a pole vault, her hips are considered to be
inferior to her shoulders.
The stalk that connects the hypothalamus to the pituitary gland is the_________.
infundibulum
The basal nuclei function to
inhibit unwanted muscular activity.
One cause of spastic paralysis might be
inhibition of acetylcholinesterase.
Local hyperpolarization in a synapse is called a/an_________.
inhibitory postsynaptic potential
The corpus callosum
is a band of commissural fibers that connects the right cerebral hemisphere to the left cerebral hemisphere.
A yoga instructor tells the class to stretch the muscles of the side of the trunk by instructing them to perform _________.
lateral flexion
Cilia and flagella are distinguished from each other on the basis of
length and numbers.
The_________ separates the posterior chamber from the vitreous chamber.
lens
If the esophagus were cut from superior to inferior, as it occurs in the thoracic cavity, this would be considered a_________ section.
longitudinal
Water-soluble molecules such as glucose and amino acids move across the blood-brain barrier by_________.
mediated transport
If the ventral root of a spinal nerve were cut, the regions innervated by that spinal nerve would experience complete loss of_________.
movement
Calcium ion blocking agents would most likely affect
movement of the tropomyosin molecule.
Stratified epithelium consists of
multiple layers of cells.
At rest, the inside of the sarcolemma is_________ relative to the outside.
negatively charged
Adduction of the thigh involves the_________ nerve.
obturator
Cells that respond to ligands
possess receptor sites for specific ligands.
The extracellular matrix of connective tissue contains_________.
proteoglycans
Magnetic resonance imaging is based on the movement of
protons in a magnetic field.
The opposite of retraction is_________.
protraction
The outermost tunic of the eyeball is the_________.
sclera
The glenoid labrum is part of the_________ joint, while the acetabular labrum is part of the_________ joint.
shoulder; hip
Glands whose ducts have no branches are called_________.
simple
Epithelium that is primarily secretory in function would most likely be
simple cuboidal.
If one of the functions of the capillaries is to supply body cells with oxygen and nutrients, you would expect the capillary walls to consist of
simple squamous epithelium.
Hypertrophy of skeletal muscles from weight lifting is caused by an increase in the
size of muscle fibers.
The model that describes the contraction of the muscle is called the
sliding filament model.
Movement of food through the digestive tract results from the action of_________ muscle.
smooth
The type of muscle found in the walls of blood vessels is_________ muscle.
smooth
The organelle that protects cells from the damaging effects of medications and toxins is the_________.
smooth endoplasmic reticulum
A physician is evaluating the cranial nerve function of a patient. To evaluate vestibulocochlear nerve function, the physician should
stand behind the patient and whisper words to see if the patient can repeat them.
The utricle and saccule are involved in
static balance.
Starch is the
storage carbohydrate in plants.
Potential energy is
stored energy that could do work but is not doing so.
The sarcoplasmic reticulum
stores .
The sarcoplasmic reticulum
stores calcium
An epithelial tissue has multiple layers, flat and irregular cell shape, dead outer layers of cells, and keratin present in some cells. This is
stratified keratinized squamous epithelium.
The epidermal stratum that is composed of several layers of living cells held together by desmosomes is the_________.
stratum spinosum
The type of muscle fatigue known as "psychological fatigue" is the result of
the emotional state of an individual.
In the intestine,_________ ensure(s) that most digested nutrients pass through the epithelial cells and not between them.
tight junctions
Epithelial tissue is characterized by
tightly packed cells.
A ringing in the ears is called_________.
tinnitus
The malleus, incus, and stapes
transmit vibrations from the tympanic membrane to the oval window.
The motor (efferent) division of the peripheral nervous system
transmits impulses from the CNS to effectors, such as skeletal muscle.
A kiss on the cheek would be perceived by impulses from the_________ nerve.
trigeminal
Dentists anesthetize a portion of the_________ nerve to stop pain impulses from the teeth.
trigeminal
A symporter will transport_________ across the plasma membrane.
two different ions or molecules in the same direction
Compared to a somatic reflex, an autonomic reflex utilizes
two motor neurons plus cardiac and smooth muscle and glands as effectors.
A reflex that protects limbs by removing them from painful stimuli is the_________ reflex.
withdrawal
X-rays can be used to view bones because
x-rays cannot pass through bone.
The middle, thin, spider-like meninx is the_________.
arachnoid mater
A synchondrosis
may be temporary.
Nucleoli
produce ribosomal subunits.
Neurons synapsing on the hair cells of the maculae and the crista ampullaris have cell bodies in the_________.
vestibular ganglion
A deer hunter lost the hearing in his right ear after his gun exploded when he tried firing it. His hearing loss is the result of damage to the_________ nerve.
vestibulocochlear
Which molecule determines the fluidity of the plasma membrane?
Cholesterol
Muscle tissue is characterized by its
contractility
Troponin
has a calcium-binding site.
Skeletal muscle develops from cells called
myoblasts.
Which inhibitory neurotransmitter is blocked in strychnine poisoning?
Glycine
To which of the following organic groups does a steroid belong?
Lipid
Ellipsoid joints
are actually modified ball and socket joints.
Lipids
can insulate and help prevent heat loss.
ATP
serves as the energy currency of the cell.
What is the girdle of glycoproteins just below the tight junction between epithelial cells?
Adhesion belt
Which type of cell contains large amounts of lipids?
Adipocyte
A solution that contains one osmole of solute in one kilogram (kg) of water is called a
1 osmolal solution.
Bob was completely bald on the top of his head by the time he was 35 years of age. Bob noticed he produced abundant sweat on his head when he exercised. He also noticed that his scalp was no longer oily. Which of the following changes account for the observations? (1) He has fewer functional hair follicles now. (2) He has fewer functional sebaceous glands now. (3) He has fewer merocrine sweat glands now. (4) He has fewer apocrine sweat glands now.
1, 2
The muscles of the back contract to straighten so that you sit at a more erect posture and subsequently the muscles are suddenly stretched as you nod off. Which of the following best represents the sequence of events when you start to nod off? (1) Muscles of the back are stretched. (2) The muscle spindle is stretched. (3) Action potentials in sensory neurons of the muscle spindles increase. (4) Action potentials in alpha motor neurons of skeletal muscle fibers increase. (5) Skeletal muscle of the back contract.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
A tissue has the following characteristics: free surface, single layer of cells, cells are narrow and tall, microvilli, many mitochondria, goblet cells. Which of the following is most consistent with those observations? (1) Active transport (2) Epithelium (3) Simple epithelium (4) Columnar epithelium (5) Cuboidal epithelium (6) Squamous epithelium (7) Secretion by exocytosis (8) Movement of mucous across its surface
1, 2, 3, 4, 7
Arrange the following list of biochemical events in the correct sequence. (1) An action potential is conducted deep into the muscle fiber by the T tubule.(2) Calcium ions bind to troponin. (3) The membranes of the sarcoplasmic reticulum become more permeable to calcium ions. (4) Calcium ions diffuse into the sarcoplasm around the myofibril. (5) The troponin-tropomyosin complex moves exposing active sites.
1, 3, 4, 2, 5
Arrange the following list of biochemical events in the correct sequence. (1) An action potential is conducted deep into the muscle fiber by the T tubule.(2) Calcium ions bind to troponin. (3) The membranes of the sarcoplasmic reticulum become more permeable to calcium ions. (4) Calcium ions diffuse into the sarcoplasm around the myofibril. (5) The troponin-tropomyosin complex moves exposing active sites.
1, 3, 4, 2, 5
Indicate the order of each of the following in a descending pathway. (1) Cerebral cortex (2) Pyramids (3) Cerebral peduncles (4) Internal capsule
1, 4, 3, 2
Indicate the order of each of the following in a descending pathway. (1) Cerebral cortex (2) Pyramids (3) Cerebral peduncles (4) Internal capsule
1, 4, 3, 2
Indicate the order of each of the following in a descending pathway. (1) Cerebral cortex(2) Pyramids(3) Cerebral peduncles(4) Internal capsule
1, 4, 3, 2
Sodium has an atomic number of 11 and an atomic mass of 23. Sodium has_________.
12 neutrons and 11 protons
There are_________ pairs of cranial nerves and_________ pairs of spinal nerves.
12; 31
The molecular formula H2O means
2 hydrogen atoms and 1 oxygen atom.
List the following structures in order from smallest to largest.
2, 3, 1, 4
List the following structures in order from smallest to largest. (1) Muscle fiber (2) Myofilament (3) Myofibril (4) Muscle fascicle
2, 3, 1, 4
List the following structures in order from smallest to largest. (1) Muscle fiber (2) Myofilament (3) Myofibril (4) Muscle fascicle
2, 3, 1, 4
List the following structures in order from smallest to largest. (1) Muscle fiber (2) Myofilament (3) Myofibril( 4) Muscle fascicle
2, 3, 1, 4
Which of the following result when the spinal cord is hemitransected (cut) on the left side?
2, 3, 6
Which of the following result when the spinal cord is hemitransected (cut) on the left side? (1) Loss of pain and thermal sensations below the injury on the left side (2) Loss of pain and thermal sensations below the injury on the right side (3) Loss of fine touch and pressure sensations below the injury on the left side (4) Loss of fine touch and pressure sensations below the injury on right side (5) Loss of fine motor control on the right side below the injury (6) Loss of fine motor control on the left side below the injury
2, 3, 6
Arrange the following in order from the diencephalon downward.
2, 4, 3, 1
Arrange the following in order from the diencephalon downward. (1) Spinal cord (2) Midbrain (3) Medulla (4) Pons
2, 4, 3, 1
Which of the following occur as a result of inhibiting the release of chemical mediators of inflammation shortly after injury in a tissue? (1) Stimulation of pain receptors (2) Reduced stimulation of pain receptors (3) Increased permeability of blood vessels (4) Reduced permeability of blood vessels (5) Edema (6) Reduced redness
2, 4, 6
An atom has an atomic number of 19 and a mass number of 39. This atom will have_________ neutrons.rev: 09_05_2019_QC_CS-178293
20
The spinal cord ends at the_________.
2nd lumbar vertebrae
Arrange the following in correct sequence: (1) Autonomic ganglia and ganglionic synapse (2) Synapse with target tissues (3) Preganglionic neuron (4) Postganglionic neuron
3, 1, 4, 2
Arrange the following to reflect the correct sequence an action potential would follow to reach the olfactory cortex of the brain: (1) Olfactory bulb (2) Olfactory cortex (3) Olfactory epithelium (4) Olfactory tract
3, 1, 4, 2
Arrange the following structures in the order in which they would vibrate as a result of the tympanic membrane vibrating. (1) Oval window (2) Vestibular membrane and endolymph (3) Auditory ossicles (4) Basilar membrane (5) Perilymph
3, 1, 5, 2, 4
Arrange the following list of membranes in correct sequence in which they function during the process of hearing. (1) Tectorial membrane (2) Vestibular membrane (3) Tympanic membrane (4) Basilar membrane
3, 2, 4, 1
Arrange the following list of membranes in correct sequence in which they function during the process of hearing. (1) Tectorial membrane (2) Vestibular membrane (3) Tympanic membrane (4) Basilar membrane
3, 2, 4, 1
Arrange the following in correct sequence: (1) Taste cell depolarizes. (2) Action potential stimulated in sensory neuron associated with taste cell.(3) Food substance dissolves in saliva. (4) Neurotransmitter released by taste cell. (5) Food substance enters taste pore and attaches to receptor on taste hair.
3, 5, 1, 4, 2
Arrange the following events detailing the visual pathway in correct sequence: (1) Retinal cells generate action potential (2) Person becomes aware of the information obtained by CNS (3) Visual cortex translates action potential (4) Bright light is shone into the eye (5) Optic nerve conducts action potential to CNS
4, 1, 5, 3, 2
Arrange the following events detailing the visual pathway in correct sequence: (1) Retinal cells generate action potential (2) Person becomes aware of the information obtained by CNS (3) Visual cortex translates action potential (4) Bright light is shone into the eye (5) Optic nerve conducts action potential to CNS
4, 1, 5, 3, 2
Arrange the following events of exocytosis in the correct sequence: (1) Vesicle membrane fuses with plasma membrane (2) Secretory vesicles migrate to plasma membrane (3) Vesicle contents are expelled from cell (4) Secretions accumulate within secretory vesicles
4, 2, 1, 3
Arrange the following from largest to smallest: (1) Nucleus (2) DNA molecule (3) Skin cell (4) Chicken eggs
4, 3, 1, 2
Arrange the following parts of the neuronal pathway for hearing in the correct sequence. (1) Inferior colliculus (2) Medial geniculate nucleus (3) Superior olivary nucleus (4) Auditory cortex (5) Cochlear nucleus
5, 3, 1, 2, 4
Arrange the events of synaptic transmission in correct sequence. (1) Na+ diffuses into the cell and cause a local potential (2) Neurotransmitter binds with receptor on postsynaptic cell (3) Neurotransmitter diffuses across the synaptic cleft (4) Membrane permeability to Na+ on postsynaptic cell increases (5) Action potential causes release of neurotransmitter
5, 3, 2, 4, 1
Arrange the events of synaptic transmission in correct sequence. (1) Na+ diffuses into the cell and cause a local potential (2) Neurotransmitter binds with receptor on postsynaptic cell (3) Neurotransmitter diffuses across the synaptic cleft (4) Membrane permeability to Na+ on postsynaptic cell increases (5) Action potential causes release of neurotransmitter
5, 3, 2, 4, 1
Place the following parts of a reflex arc in the correct order beginning with the sensory receptor. (1) Motor neuron(2) Interneuron(3) Effector(4) Sensory neuron(5) Sensory receptor
5, 4, 2, 1, 3
Oxygen has an atomic number of 8 and an atomic mass of 16. How many valence electrons does it have?
6
Various areas of the cortex form functional pathways to conduct action potentials necessary to perform specific functions. Arrange the areas below in proper sequence to accomplish reading a poem aloud. (1) Visual association area (2) Premotor area (3) Broca area (4) Primary motor area (5) Wernicke area (6) Visual cortex
6, 1, 5, 3, 2, 4
Various areas of the cortex form functional pathways to conduct action potentials necessary to perform specific functions. Arrange the areas below in proper sequence to accomplish reading a poem aloud. (1) Visual association area (2) Premotor area (3) Broca area (4) Primary motor area (5) Wernicke area (6) Visual cortex
6, 1, 5, 3, 2, 4
If the amino acid coding region of an mRNA molecule is 1800 nucleotides (bases) in length, this molecule will contain_________ codons.
600
Normal blood pH is maintained within a range of
7.35 - 7.45.
Which of the following combinations indicates the correct distribution of spinal nerve pairs?
8 cervical - 12 thoracic - 5 lumbar - 5 sacral - 1 coccygeal
The shaft of a flagellum contains_________ microtubule doublets around its periphery.
9
Which of the following people would have the greatest risk of developing skin cancer?
A 68-year old male with blond hair and blue eyes
What is a triad?
A T tubule and two adjacent terminal cisternae
The region of the sarcomere that contains both actin and myosin myofilaments is called the
A band.
How does a buffer help a solution maintain pH?
A buffer can act like a base if pH is acidic, and it can act like an acid if pH is basic.
Which of the following is not a feature that connective tissues have in common?
A calcified matrix
Which of the following statements concerning smooth muscle is true?
A calcium-calmodulin complex initiates cross-bridge formation.
Which of the following activities would stimulate the reticular formation?
A clock radio coming on in the morning
What is a scar?
A large amount of granulation tissue converted to dense irregular collagenous connective tissue during tissue repair
Which of the following is NOT an effect of aging on sense organs?
A large loss in the ability to detect odors
Consider the following condition: pupils dilated, digestive motility decreased, salivary gland activity decreased. Which of the following scenarios matches this condition of the person involved?
A motorist just avoided running over a small child playing in the road
Which of the following is true?
A threshold stimulus will cause contraction of a muscle fiber.
Which of these is an example of an EPSP in a typical neuron?
A voltage change from -70 mV to -69.5 mV
Match the eye structure with the appropriate description. A. Blood vessels enter and the optic nerve exits here B. A small yellow spot near the center of the posterior retina C. The portion of the retina with the greatest visual acuity D. A jelly-like substance in the posterior cavity of the eye E. The fluid that fills the anterior cavity of the eye Optic disc
A. Blood vessels enter and the optic nerve exits here
Match the description of the disease or disorder of the eye with its correct name. A. Difficulty seeing distant objects B. A type of refractory error C. Clouding of the lens of the eye D. Increased intraocular pressure that can lead to loss of vision E. Loss of acute central vision Myopia
A. Difficulty seeing distant objects
Match the structure associated with hearing with the appropriate description. A. Organ of hearing B. Passageway from the outside to the eardrum C. Interconnecting tunnels in the temporal bone D. Tiny bones in the middle ear E. Connecting chambers of inner ear filled with endolymph Organ of Corti
A. Organ of hearing
Match the structure of the eye with the appropriate description. A. Photoreceptor cells that function in black and white vision B. Photoreceptor cells that function in color vision C. The opening in the iris D. The innermost tunic of the eye E. A pigmented contractile structure Rods
A. Photoreceptor cells that function in black and white vision
Match the description with the most appropriate ear structure. A. Structures that produce earwax B. Fluid in the membranous labyrinth C. Fluid between the membranous and bony labyrinth D. Ossicles connect this structure to eardrum E. Connects the middle ear to the pharynx Ceruminous glands
A. Structures that produce earwax
Match the structure associated with the eye with the appropriate description. A. The angle where the eyelids join B. The space between the two eyelids C. Another name for the eyelids D. The membrane that covers the inner surface of the eyelids E. The membrane that covers the anterior sclera of the eye Canthi
A. The angle where the eyelids join
Match the structure associated with the eye with the appropriate description. A. The angle where the eyelids join B. The space between the two eyelids C. Another name for the eyelids D. The membrane that covers the inner surface of the eyelids E. The membrane that covers the anterior sclera of the eye Canthi
A. The angle where the eyelids join
What is the function of the basement membrane?
Adhere epithelial tissue to underlying connective tissue
Match the term associated with vision with the appropriate description. A. The area that can be seen with the eyes open B. Opening in the orbit through which the optic nerve passes C. The cerebral area that integrates messages from retina D. Area where medial ganglion cell axons cross over E. The route of the ganglionic axons beyond the chiasma Visual field
A. The area that can be seen with the eyes open
You are hired to work in a laboratory to measure the rate of human muscle contraction. Which of the following might decrease in quantity in muscle fibers undergoing contractions?
ATP
Which of the following statements best predicts the effect of a substance that blocks creatine kinase activity?
ATP production from creatine phosphate would decrease.
Which type of transport proteins use cell energy to move molecules across the plasma membrane?
ATP-powered pumps
Which of the following cranial nerves does not innervate the tongue?
Accessory
Which neurotransmitter is released at neuromuscular junctions?
Acetylcholine
Which of the following is NOT an example of a cytoplasmic inclusion?
Actin filaments
Cyanide stops the production of ATP. Which of the following processes would be affected?
Active transport
Exposure to ultraviolet light causes the skin to darken by stimulating which of the following?
Activity of the enzyme tyrosinase
Which of the following correctly describes myoglobin's special function in muscle tissue?
Acts as a reservoir for
If mesenchymal cells experience mutation during development, which of the following structures is most likely affected by the mutation?
All of the choices are correct.
If you accidentally cut your arm and see adipose tissue, which layer(s) was/were cut?
All of the choices are correct.
Light and dark adaptation involve
All of the choices are correct.
Melanin production can be influenced by
All of the choices are correct.
Which of the following movements is possible at the hip joint?
All of the choices are correct.
Which of the following statements correctly describes ATP?
All of the choices are correct.
Which of the following statements regarding voltage-gated channels is true?
All of the choices are correct.
Which structures are formed from neural crest cells?
All of the choices are correct.
Which of the following cell structures do not contain microtubules?
All of the choices contain microtubules.
Treppe
All of these choices are correct.
Which of the following influence the range of motion of a joint?
All of these influence range of motion.
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
All of these statements are true.
Which of the following events in a stretch reflex occurs last?
Alpha motor neurons transmit action potentials to muscle causing contraction.
With regard to the validity of biomedical research in physiological studies, which statement is correct?
Although the general homeostatic mechanisms may be the same in some animal species, the individual variables are often very different.
A neurotransmitter is released at a synapse. Which of the following occurs last?
An action potential is produced in the postsynaptic membrane.
Which of the following events will lead to depolarization?
An increase in in the extracellular fluid
Which of the following will increase the rate of a chemical reaction?
An increase in reactant concentration
A researcher discovered a sensory receptor that detects decreasing oxygen concentrations in the blood. According to the principles of negative feedback, it is likely that stimulation of this sensory receptor will produce which of the following types of responses?
An increase in the respiratory rate
Which of the following will increase the rate of diffusion?
An increase in the temperature
Which of the following analogies best represents a parallel after-discharge circuit?
An instructor instructs all students to solve the same problem.
Which metabolic pathway do skeletal muscles rely on when someone is lifting weights?
Anaerobic respiration
Which type of respiration rapidly produces ATP for short time periods?
Anaerobic respiration
Some cancer cells have mutations in the p53 gene, often called the guardian of the genome. It normally functions to help repair damaged DNA or cause the elimination of severely altered cells. Which of the following functions is likely regulated by p53?
Apoptosis
Which type of tissue attaches to the underlying muscles and supports the framework for body organs?
Areolar tissue
_________ exhibits a lot of apparently empty space, and is found in many serous membranes.
Areolar tissue
Which term refers to a place where two or more bones come together?
Articulation
Which of the following events is NOT a characteristic of an action potential?
As Na+ enter, the inside of the plasma membrane becomes more negative.
Which type of white fibers connect areas of the cerebral cortex in the same hemisphere?
Association fibers
LouAnn is being treated for a neurological condition with a specific drug that target neurons deep within the brain. Which glial cell must be bypassed by this drug in order for it to be effective?
Astrocyte
When a person is exposed to temperature extremes, why is it difficult to distinguish hot from cold objects?
At extremes, pain receptors are stimulated by both very hot and very cold objects.
Which of the following statements concerning hair is true?
At puberty, much of the vellus hair is replaced with terminal hair.
Which of these joints would be most likely to cause problems with the spinal cord?
Atlantoaxial joint
Which of the following is a synovial joint?
Atlantooccipital
A polar covalent bond forms between Atom 1 and Atom 2. The Atom 1 side of the bond is slightly negative, and the Atom 2 side of the bond is slightly positive. Which atom has the higher electronegativity?
Atom 1
Which of the following is the correct sequence from smallest to largest?
Atom, amino acid, protein, cell
Which structure allows upper respiratory infections to spread from the throat to the middle ear?
Auditory tube
Which type of nerve would cause a blood vessel to constrict?
Autonomic
What is the examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death or to study the changes caused by a disease?
Autopsy
The number of atoms in exactly 12 grams of carbon-12 is called_________ number.
Avogadro's
Which of the following is associated with nervous tissue?
Axon
Which of the following is correctly matched with its description?
Axons - conduct action potentials away from the cell body
Match the term associated with vision with the appropriate description. A. The area that can be seen with the eyes open B. Opening in the orbit through which the optic nerve passes C. The cerebral area that integrates messages from retina D. Area where medial ganglion cell axons cross over E. The route of the ganglionic axons beyond the chiasma Optic foramen
B. Opening in the orbit through which the optic nerve passes
Match the structure of the ear with the appropriate description. A. Eardrum B. Part of the ear that contains the organ of hearing C. Includes the pinna and external auditory canal D. Fleshy portion of the external ear E. Air-filled space within the temporal bone Inner ear
B. Part of the ear that contains the organ of hearing
Match the structure associated with hearing with the appropriate description. A. Organ of hearing B. Passageway from the outside to the eardrum C. Interconnecting tunnels in the temporal bone D. Tiny bones in the middle ear E. Connecting chambers of inner ear filled with endolymph External auditory canal
B. Passageway from the outside to the eardrum
Match the structure associated with the eye with the appropriate description. A. The angle where the eyelids join B. The space between the two eyelids C. Another name for the eyelids D. The membrane that covers the inner surface of the eyelids E. The membrane that covers the anterior sclera of the eye Palpebral fissure
B. The space between the two eyelids
Which statement about baldness is true?
Baldness is more common in men than in women.
Which of the following joints is most movable?
Ball and socket
Which of the following is the most common form of skin cancer?
Basal cell carcinoma
Which type of skin cancer is the most common?
Basal cell carcinoma
Henry has a thrombus just beyond where the vertebral arteries join on the base of the pons. Which vessel is affected?
Basilar artery
Which of the following drugs would be the best choice to use in chronic asthma to dilate the bronchioles?
Beta-adrenergic stimulating agents
Where is the dentoalveolar joint?
Between a tooth socket and a tooth
You are an airborne molecule that dissolves in the fluid covering the olfactory epithelium. Which of the following must you do in order to depolarize neurons in the olfactory epithelium?
Bind to receptor molecules on the olfactory hair membrane
What is the removal of a tissue sample from patients via surgery or needle to diagnose disease?
Biopsy
Which type of taste has the lowest threshold?
Bitter
Which tastant is NOT correctly matched with its process of depolarization?
Bitter - K+
What structural feature of the brain regulates the movement of materials from the blood into the brain?
Blood-brain barrier
Which structure ultimately regulates the passage of materials from the blood into the cerebrospinal fluid and the brain?
Blood-brain-barrier
Which of the following can be a result of apocrine sweat gland activity?
Body odor
A tissue sample has the following components: calcified matrix, collagen, and fibroblasts. Sandy has identified it as bone, but her instructor stated that was incorrect. Which statements below should her instructor use to explain the error?
Bone tissue would have osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and osteocytes present.
Which of the following represents an accurate analogy of dual innervation?
Both "An HVAC system that warms a cool room or cools a hot room" and "A remote control that can increase and decrease the volume of a television" are correct.
If abnormal development occurs in the myelencephalon, which of the following structures may be affected?
Both "Fourth ventricle" and "Medulla oblongata" are correct.
Stimulation by the autonomic nervous system results in increased insulin secretion from the pancreas during and after a meal. Which of the following are most likely to be true?
Both "Increased insulin secretion is due to parasympathetic stimulation" and "Acetylcholine agonists will stimulate insulin secretion" are correct.
Which of the following arteries supply blood to the brain?
Both "Internal carotid arteries" and "Vertebral arteries" is correct.
Which of the following statements is true concerning substances that have a sour taste?
Both "Substances that taste sour have a low pH" and "Substance that taste sour have high concentrations of H+" are correct.
Which of the following subatomic particles can be changed in number without affecting the element identity of the atom?
Both "electrons" and "neutrons" are correct.
When a person consumes a substantial amount of nicotine, the response_________.
Both "increases parasympathetic responses" and "increases sympathetic responses" are correct
An inhibitory postsynaptic potential (IPSP) can result from the_________.
Both "influx of Cl− and "outflow of K+" are correct.
Stimulation of the Golgi tendon organs result in which of the following changes in the reflex arc?
Both "stimulation of an inhibitory neuron" and "decreased action potentials in alpha motor neurons" are correct.
The strength of a stimulus is communicated through
Both "the frequency of action potentials" and "the length of time action potentials are produced" are correct.
Which ion causes depolarization in olfactory neurons?
Both Na+ and Ca2+ are correct.
Which of the following will respond to a threshold stimulus with an all-or-none contraction?
Both a single muscle fiber and a single motor unit are correct.
Which of the following statements regarding the sliding filament model is false?
Both actin and myosin myofilaments shorten during contraction.
Each voltage-gated Na+ channel has two voltage sensitive gates: an activation gate and an inactivation gate. Which of the following would occur during depolarization?
Both activation and inactivation gates are open.
A lack of glycolytic enzymes within skeletal muscle fibers would impair which type of ATP-yielding process?
Both anaerobic respiration and aerobic respiration are correct.
Alex is participating in a 50-meter dash. Predict the most important chemical process his muscles will rely on during this race.
Both anaerobic respiration and creatine phosphate breakdown are correct.
Which type of muscle tissue is autorhythmic?
Both cardiac and smooth muscle are correct.
A substance composed of two or more different types of atoms is a/an_________.
Both compound and molecule are correct.
Melanin is found in which cells?
Both melanocytes and keratinocytes
Carbon dioxide is considered a/an_________.
Both molecule and compound are correct.
Which type of muscle tissue possesses striations?
Both skeletal and cardiac muscle are correct.
Match the description with the most appropriate ear structure. A. Structures that produce earwax B. Fluid in the membranous labyrinth C. Fluid between the membranous and bony labyrinth D. Ossicles connect this structure to eardrum E. Connects the middle ear to the pharynx Perilymph
C. Fluid between the membranous and bony labyrinth
Match the structure of the ear with the appropriate description. A. Eardrum B. Part of the ear that contains the organ of hearing C. Includes the pinna and external auditory canal D. Fleshy portion of the external ear E. Air-filled space within the temporal bone External ear
C. Includes the pinna and external auditory canal
Match the structure associated with hearing with the appropriate description. A. Organ of hearing B. Passageway from the outside to the eardrum C. Interconnecting tunnels in the temporal bone D. Tiny bones in the middle ear E. Connecting chambers of inner ear filled with endolymph Bony labyrinth
C. Interconnecting tunnels in the temporal bone
Match the term associated with vision with the appropriate description. A. The area that can be seen with the eyes open B. Opening in the orbit through which the optic nerve passes C. The cerebral area that integrates messages from retina D. Area where medial ganglion cell axons cross over E. The route of the ganglionic axons beyond the chiasma Visual cortex
C. The cerebral area that integrates messages from retina
Match the structure of the eye with the appropriate description. A. Photoreceptor cells that function in black and white vision B. Photoreceptor cells that function in color vision C. The opening in the iris D. The innermost tunic of the eye E. A pigmented contractile structure Pupil
C. The opening in the iris
Match the eye structure with the appropriate description. A. Blood vessels enter and the optic nerve exits here B. A small yellow spot near the center of the posterior retina C. The portion of the retina with the greatest visual acuity D. A jelly-like substance in the posterior cavity of the eye E. The fluid that fills the anterior cavity of the eye Fovea centralis
C. The portion of the retina with the greatest visual acuity
Which of the following systems carries necessary compounds like oxygen and nutrients throughout the body?
Cardiovascular
A collapsed intervertebral foramen could affect all of the following spinal nerves EXCEPT_________.
C1
A patient with no sensation in the left thumb would most likley have nerve damage of the_________ spinal nerve.
C6
During the first step of gene expression, an RNA copy of a gene is made. Which of the following represents the correct sequence produced from a gene segment with the following sequence: GAACTAAGC?
CUUGAUUCG
Voltage-gated Na+ channels are sensitive to changes in the extracellular concentration of_________.
Ca2+
What will develop when the skin is subjected to excess friction or pressure?
Callus
To which of the following organic groups does lactose belong?
Carbohydrate
Which molecule is produced as a waste product of the metabolism of glucose by cells?
Carbon dioxide
What is a malignant tumor derived from epithelial tissue?
Carcinoma
Which of the following is responsible for problem-solving skills?
Central nervous system
Loss of equilibrium and motor coordination would most likely be related to a lesion in which structure?
Cerebellum
There are no cranial nerves associated with which part of the brain?
Cerebellum
Which of the following would indicate dysfunction of the respiratory system?
Change in blood pH
Identify the type of synapse that includes a presynaptic cell, synaptic cleft, and postsynaptic cell.
Chemical
An atom of chlorine has 17 protons and 18 neutrons. Which of the following statements is true?
Chlorine has a mass number of 35.
Which of the following would be classified as a lipid?
Cholesterol - a steroid
Which of the following is NOT an adhesive molecule found in the ground substance of connective tissue?
Chondroitin sulfate
Which of the following events occurs during anaphase?
Chromosomes migrate to opposite poles of the cell.
When someone steps on a sharp object like a nail, inflammation and infection can be severe but localized. Which of the following functions limited the size of the injured area to the greatest degree?
Coagulation of plasma proteins
Which of the following does not account for the gelatinous consistency of connective tissue ground substance?
Collagen
Which of the following statements concerning collagen is false?
Collagen is elastic and stretches.
Match the description of the disease or disorder of the eye with its correct name. A. Difficulty seeing distant objects B. A type of refractory error C. Clouding of the lens of the eye D. Increased intraocular pressure that can lead to loss of vision E. Loss of acute central vision Glaucoma
D. Increased intraocular pressure that can lead to loss of vision
Match the description with the most appropriate ear structure. A. Structures that produce earwax B. Fluid in the membranous labyrinth C. Fluid between the membranous and bony labyrinth D. Ossicles connect this structure to eardrum E. Connects the middle ear to the pharynx Oval window
D. Ossicles connect this structure to eardrum
Match the structure of the eye with the appropriate description. A. Photoreceptor cells that function in black and white vision B. Photoreceptor cells that function in color vision C. The opening in the iris D. The innermost tunic of the eye E. A pigmented contractile structure Retina
D. The innermost tunic of the eye
Match the structure associated with the eye with the appropriate description. A. The angle where the eyelids join B. The space between the two eyelids C. Another name for the eyelids D. The membrane that covers the inner surface of the eyelids E. The membrane that covers the anterior sclera of the eye Palpebral conjunctiva
D. The membrane that covers the inner surface of the eyelids
Which of the following connective tissue layers is outside all the others?
Epimysium
Match the structure associated with hearing with the appropriate description. A. Organ of hearing B. Passageway from the outside to the eardrum C. Interconnecting tunnels in the temporal bone D. Tiny bones in the middle ear E. Connecting chambers of inner ear filled with endolymph Auditory ossicles
D. Tiny bones in the middle ear
Deoxyribose is a sugar found in_________.
DNA
Which of the following statements concerning the brainstem is true?
Damage to the brainstem is usually fatal.
Tyler has noticed lately that he doesn't feel pain in his left arm. Which of the following might explain his issue?
Damage to the spinothalamic pathway
Which of the following statements concerning olfaction is true?
Damaged olfactory neurons are replaced.
Suppose there was a drug that could dramatically decrease mucus secretion. Which of the following may be a side effect of this drug?
Decreased mucus secretion would also decrease a person's ability to smell due to less fluid associated with the olfactory organ.
Which of the following is NOT an age-related change in skeletal muscle?
Decreased recovery time
Sucrose is formed when the simple sugars fructose and glucose are covalently bonded. This reaction releases water. What type of reaction is this?
Dehydration
Metabolic water refers to the water molecules produced during normal cellular metabolism. Which types of metabolic reactions are important for the production of metabolic water?
Dehydration reactions
Which of the following means a change in shape of a protein?
Denaturation
Which of the following statements concerning the descending pathways of the spinal cord is true?
Descending pathways consist of upper and lower motor neurons.
What is a disc-shaped structure with especially adhesive glycoproteins around each cell that bind cells to one another?
Desmosomes
Which of the following activities is associated with lysosomes?
Destruction of nonfunctional organelles
Which of the following is not a function of the control center within a feedback mechanism?
Detects a change in the value of a variable
A group of cells was treated with a proteolytic (protein-digesting) enzyme. Which of the following processes would be least affected by this treatment?
Diffusion of lipid-soluble molecules through the plasma membrane
Where is the enteric nervous system located?
Digestive tract
Which technique creates a three-dimensional dynamic image of blood vessels?
Digital subtraction angiography
In the expression "Let your fingers do the walking," which of the following anatomical terms could be substituted for "fingers?"
Digits
On coming inside from the cold, students notice that their cheeks are red. What causes this?
Dilation of the blood vessels in the dermis of the cheeks
Which of the following is NOT a parasympathetic effect?
Dilation of the bronchioles in the lungs
Which type of neuronal pathway allows for a stimulus to be transmitted to the most number of cells?
Divergent
Otoliths can break off and float inside the inner ear. What might happen if the otoliths settle on top of the hair cells?
Dizziness and inability to maintain balance may occur.
Which neurotransmitter has been implicated in Parkinson's disease?
Dopamine
Which of the following thalamic nuclei is mismatched with its function?
Dorsal tier of nuclei - taste impulses
Which of the following statements best describes reseach focused on the physiology of the lymphatic system?
Dr. Ali studies the signaling that occurs between defense cells and abnormal cells of the body.
What is the crista ampullaris associated with?
Dynamic equilibrium in angular acceleration
Match the structure of the eye with the appropriate description. A. Photoreceptor cells that function in black and white vision B. Photoreceptor cells that function in color vision C. The opening in the iris D. The innermost tunic of the eye E. A pigmented contractile structure Iris
E. A pigmented contractile structure
Match the structure of the ear with the appropriate description.
E. Air-filled space within the temporal bone
Match the structure of the ear with the appropriate description. A. Eardrum B. Part of the ear that contains the organ of hearing C. Includes the pinna and external auditory canal D. Fleshy portion of the external ear E. Air-filled space within the temporal bone Middle ear
E. Air-filled space within the temporal bone
Match the structure associated with hearing with the appropriate description. A. Organ of hearing B. Passageway from the outside to the eardrum C. Interconnecting tunnels in the temporal bone D. Tiny bones in the middle ear E. Connecting chambers of inner ear filled with endolymph Membranous labyrinth
E. Connecting chambers of inner ear filled with endolymph
Match the description with the most appropriate ear structure. A. Structures that produce earwax B. Fluid in the membranous labyrinth C. Fluid between the membranous and bony labyrinth D. Ossicles connect this structure to eardrum E. Connects the middle ear to the pharynx Auditory tube
E. Connects the middle ear to the pharynx
Match the description of the disease or disorder of the eye with its correct name. A. Difficulty seeing distant objects B. A type of refractory error C. Clouding of the lens of the eye D. Increased intraocular pressure that can lead to loss of vision E. Loss of acute central vision
E. Loss of acute central vision
Match the eye structure with the appropriate description. A. Blood vessels enter and the optic nerve exits here B. A small yellow spot near the center of the posterior retina C. The portion of the retina with the greatest visual acuity D. A jelly-like substance in the posterior cavity of the eye E. The fluid that fills the anterior cavity of the eye
E. The fluid that fills the anterior cavity of the eye
Match the eye structure with the appropriate description. A. Blood vessels enter and the optic nerve exits here B. A small yellow spot near the center of the posterior retina C. The portion of the retina with the greatest visual acuity D. A jelly-like substance in the posterior cavity of the eye E. The fluid that fills the anterior cavity of the eye Aqueous humor
E. The fluid that fills the anterior cavity of the eye
Match the structure associated with the eye with the appropriate description. A. The angle where the eyelids join B. The space between the two eyelids C. Another name for the eyelids D. The membrane that covers the inner surface of the eyelids E. The membrane that covers the anterior sclera of the eye Bulbar conjunctiva
E. The membrane that covers the anterior sclera of the eye
Match the term associated with vision with the appropriate description.
E. The route of the ganglionic axons beyond the chiasma
Match the term associated with vision with the appropriate description. A. The area that can be seen with the eyes open B. Opening in the orbit through which the optic nerve passes C. The cerebral area that integrates messages from retina D. Area where medial ganglion cell axons cross over E. The route of the ganglionic axons beyond the chiasma Optic tract
E. The route of the ganglionic axons beyond the chiasma
Which of the following is NOT true of a gene?
Each chromosome contains one gene.
Trina, a 72-year-old retired nurse, presents with the following: difficulty swallowing, easily fatigued, impaired gag reflex. Which of the symptoms is most likely the result of aging?
Easily fatigued
From which germ layer does the nervous system form?
Ectoderm
Which of the following terms correctly identifies the name of an embryonic germ layer?
Ectoderm
Which of the following tissue change occurs when the permeability of blood vessels increases during inflammation?
Edema
Which type of connective tissue is found in the external ears?
Elastic cartilage
Which of the following statements explains why decubitus ulcers are of concern in elderly patients?
Elderly individuals have more fragile skin due to loss of collagen fibers in the dermis, increasing the likelihood of tissue damage.
Which of the following describes someone shrugging their shoulders as if to say "I don't know?"
Elevation of the clavicles and scapulae
Which of the following types of joints is mismatched with its location?
Ellipsoid - between femur and tibia
Which of the following best differentiates between the endoneurium and myelin?
Endoneurium is more complex because it is composed of connective tissue; whereas myelin is composed of individual cells.
Which of the following is NOT a type of enteric neuron?
Enteric bipolar neuron
Hydrocephaly is a condition whereby cerebrospinal fluid accumulates around the brain. Which supportive cells continue CSF production despite it backing up in the subarachnoid space?
Ependymal cells
Name the layer from which fingernails and toenails are derived.
Epidermis
This layer of skin is composed of keratinocytes.
Epidermis
What space, found between the vertebral wall and the dura mater, is the area for injecting anesthesia for childbirth?
Epidural space
Which of the following will help cool the body?
Evaporation of sweat from the skin's surface
Which of the following is true about skeletal muscle?
Every muscle fiber receives a branch of an axon from the nerve.
Which transport process requires a carrier molecule but does not use cellular energy?
Facilitated diffusion
Which of the following feelings is NOT related to hypothalamic function?
Feeling rested after flying to England
Which of the following feelings is NOT related to hypothalamic function?rev: 10_31_2019_QC_CS-188658
Feeling rested after flying to England
If a person fell down the steps and then developed pain down his anterior thigh into the knee, which of the following spinal nerves was probably damaged?
Femoral
Which type of cell forms protein fibers in connective tissue proper?
Fibroblast
Which type of cell has abundant ribosomes?
Fibroblast (makes protein fibers)
Which type of connective tissue is found between the vertebrae?
Fibrocartilage
Which structure anchors the thecal sac and conus medullaris to the coccyx?
Filum terminale
A burn classified as partial thickness could be which of the following?
First or second degree
Which of the following is an organelle of locomotion?
Flagellum
Nicholas is prone to sinus infections. Lately his mother has noticed he doesn't seem to hear her when she is standing behind him. Which of the following best explains Nicholas's condition?
Fluid associated with Nicholas's infection is inhibiting movement of the auditory ossicles, resulting in conductive hearing loss.
Absence of which of the following papillae would have the greatest effect on a person's sense of taste?
Foliate
Which of the following is NOT a cartilaginous joint?
Fontanelles
There are more microbial cells than human cells in your body, and the health of this microbiota clearly influences human well-being. How many microbes are there?
For every cell in your body, there are ten microbial cells.
Melanoma can be detected early and treated with the application of a special rule. Which of the following is NOT a test used to determine if a mole is cancerous?
Freckles
Consider the following four phrases and select the one that does not belong with the others.
Fuels runner in a marathon
Which molecule is activated from the binding of an odorant to transmembranous receptor molecules on olfactory hairs?
G protein
When norepinephrine binds to adrenergic receptors,
G proteins mediate the cell's response.
A person who has seizures might have a deficit of which of the following?
GABA
Which of the following is the correct complementary strand to CATGTC?
GTACAG
What is a small protein channel that allows the passage of ions and small molecules between cells?
Gap junction
Which of the following statements regarding glial cells is false?
Glial cells produce action potentials for skeletal muscles.
Which of the following is part of a thin myofilament?
Globular (G) actin
Consider the following five terms. Which term does not belong with the other four terms?
Glucose
From the following list, select the one organic substance found in the human body.
Glucose
Identify the material that would NOT be considered an important inorganic substances in our bodies.
Glucose
Which of the following lists includes only monosaccharides that are isomers of one another?
Glucose, fructose, galactose
_________ is a monosaccharide, whereas_________ is a polysaccharide.
Glucose; starch
If you compare a cell with a manufacturing plant that exports goods, the cell's_________ could be compared to the manufacturing plant's shipping department.
Golgi apparatus
Which of the following cell structures would be most important in secretory epithelial cells?
Golgi apparatus
The reflex that prevents excessive tension in a muscle is the_________ reflex.
Golgi tendon
Receptors that detect stretch of a tendon and are important for control of muscle contraction are_________.
Golgi tendon organs
Sam is curling very heavy weights and suddenly drops them. Which reflex forced this action by Sam to prevent tendon damage?
Golgi tendon reflex
Which of the following would be caused by a contraction of smooth muscle?
Goose bumps
Which of the following best describes the effect that holding your breath has on blood pH?
Holding your breath increases blood pH by increasing the amount of carbon dioxide in the blood.
Which type of gland accumulates its secretion in the cytoplasm of the cell, the cell then ruptures and becomes part of the secretion?
Holocrine
Which type of connective tissue forms most of the skeleton before it is replaced by bone?
Hyaline cartilage
In a laboratory experiment, the resting membrane potential of a muscle is measured and is found to be more negative. Which of the following has occurred?
Hyperpolarization
Inhibitory postsynaptic potentials (IPSPs) are associated with which of the following?
Hyperpolarization of the plasma membrane
Thirteen year-old Austin exhibits retarded growth, reduced metabolism, lack of normal reproductive gland development, inability to regulate water intake or water elimination from the body, and an uncontrolled appetite. Which part of Austin's brain is most likely involved?
Hypothalamus
Which of the following brain areas serves as the major control center of the autonomic nervous system and endocrine system?
Hypothalamus
Which part of the CNS integrates thoughts and emotions to produce ANS responses?
Hypothalamus
Which part of the brain is in overall control of the ANS?
Hypothalamus
Which of the following is an example of adaptation of sensory receptors?
Ignoring the presence of clothes
Which of the following statements concerning types of muscle contractions is false?
In isometric contractions, the amount of tension produced by the muscle is constant.
A child ingested an organophosphate poison used to kill insects. Soon the child's muscles began spastic contractions. Predict what occurred at the synaptic cleft.
Increased accumulation of acetylcholine in the synapse
Which of the following is a sympathetic effect?
Increased heart rate
Which of the following is NOT a complication of a major burn?
Increased immunity
Describe the effect of exposure to UV rays on the skin.
Increased melanin synthesis
Which of the following is NOT an effect of parasympathetic action?
Increased metabolism
Which of the following occurs when the parasympathetic system is stimulated?
Increased motility of the digestive tract
Which of the following changes would have the most dramatic effect on the membrane potential?
Increased permeability of the membrane to Na+
Which of the following is NOT an effect of aging on the joints?
Increased production of synovial fluid
Which of the following is NOT an effect of aging on the skin?
Increased sebaceous gland activity
Select the phrase that does not belong with the others.
Increased vascularity
Which of the following is NOT an intrinsic eye muscle?
Inferior oblique muscle
A swollen, painful area of the skin that is also hot and red are symptoms that accompany which process?
Inflammation
Dr. Clark has been lecturing for 3 hours and her ears are beginning to "pop." Which of the following best explains her condition?
Inflammation of her pharynx is blocking airflow through her auditory tubes, resulting in uneven pressure across her tympanic membranes.
Which of the following is not characteristic of aging at the tissue level?
Injuries heal rapidly and more completely in older people.
Identify the type of hair cells of the spiral organ that are responsible for hearing.
Inner hair cells
Axillary nerve
Innervates the deltoid and teres minor muscles
Which portion of a reflex arc is most likely to be locatedentirely within the central nervous system?
Interneuron
Proteoglycans trap large quantities of water, allowing them to assume their original shape after compression. Based on these characteristics, where are they most likely found in the body?
Intervertebral discs
You are looking at a cell with the electron microscope and you notice the following characteristics: presence of many mitochondria and lysosomes; few, if any, Golgi apparatus; and many ribosomes. Which of the following is the most likely function of that cell?
Intracellular digestion
Which of the following is a function of the hypothalamus?
Involved in psychosomatic illnesses
Which of the following membrane proteins must be an integral protein to carry out its function?
Ion channel
A toxin released by the anaerobic bacterium Clostridium botulinum causes the food-borne illness known as botulism, which inhibits the release of ACh at the neuromuscular junction. What effect does this have on a person infected with the bacterium?
It causes flaccid paralysis, and if it affects the respiratory muscles, can result in death.
Which of the following is correctly associated with the medulla oblongata?
It contains nuclei for regulation of heart rate and blood vessel diameter.
How does intact skin provide protection?
It forms a physical barrier against the entry of microbes.
Which of the following is NOT true of a transmission electron microscope (TEM)?
It gives the clearest three-dimensional images.
Which of the following statements isnot true of mucous connective tissue?
It is a type of embryonic connective tissue that gives rise to most adult connective tissue types.
Which of the following is NOT true of muscular atrophy?
It is irreversible.
Which of the following statements is true about sweat?
It is produced by a merocrine or apocrine gland.
Identify the statement concerning skeletal muscle that is true.
It is responsible for locomotion.
Which statement is true about the dermis?
It is responsible for most of the skin's structural strength.
Which of the following is NOT true of the latch state of smooth muscle contraction?
It occurs when the phosphate is removed while the cross-bridges are not attached to actin.
Contraction of the arrector pili does which of the following?
It pulls the follicle into a more perpendicular position in relation to the skin surface.
Atrophy at the neuromuscular junction that naturally occurs with age would have what effect on muscles?
It would decrease the number of action potentials sent to the muscle fiber.
Each upward movement of the basilar membrane causes the stereocilia of the inner hair cells to bend, opening _________ gates.
K+
Low levels of_________ can have dire consequences on the functioning of neurons because of its role in membrane repolarization.
K+
Which durable protein is found in the nails, hair, and epidermis?
Keratin
Doctor Johansson wants to test a patient's reflexes by briskly striking the patellar tendon with a reflex hammer. Which reflex is Dr. Johansson testing?
Knee-jerk reflex
Glen is complaining of abnormal sensations, such as cold or hot sensations, along his left hip and anterior thigh. His physician suggests that certain nerves may be compressed, causing these sensations. Which of the following are most likely affected?
L1 - L2
Which of the following statements accurately represents labile cells?
Labile cells are important to the body, providing a source for new cells to replace those that are damaged.
Which of the following statements concerning the process of tissue repair is false?
Labile cells cannot be replaced by the process of regeneration.
Which of the following would indicate a possible lesion of the trigeminal nerve (V)?
Lack of chewing reflex when an item is placed in the oral cavity
_________ is the substrate of_________.
Lactose; lactase
Which of these molecules is correctly matched with its method of movement through the plasma membrane?
Large, water-soluble molecules - transported by carrier-mediated processes
Which of the following is NOT part of the limbic system?
Lateral geniculate nucleus of the thalamus
The cervical region of the spinal cord lacks associated autonomic nuclei. How will a cross section of the spinal cord in this region differ from a cross section of the thoracic region?
Lateral gray horns are not present in the cervical region.
Which of the following is an ascending pathway in the spinal cord?
Lateral spinothalamic tract
Alan has experienced several stokes over the past few months. He is unable to move his right arm and leg. In addition, he is having difficulty speaking. Which of the following areas is most likely affected?
Left frontal lobe of the cerebrum
Which of the following could be used to study general features of cells?
Light microscope
What is the group of structures in the brain that is involved with emotions and memory?
Limbic system
One type of experimental contraceptive device is a skin patch that contains a chemical absorbed through the skin. Which of the following substances might be the type of chemical involved?
Lipid-soluble substances
Which of the following statements accurately describes lipids?
Lipids are an important component of plasma membranes.
Which structure is located inferior and lateral to the heart?
Liver
Which type of cell would have an abundance of peroxisomes?
Liver cells that detoxify hydrogen peroxide
Which of the following conditions may cause low active Vitamin D levels?
Liver dysfunction has reduced the conversion of cholecalciferol to the intermediate for calcitriol production.
Which type of reflex operates independently of the CNS?
Local reflex
Which of the following situations would have the greatest effect on depth perception?
Losing one eye in an accident
A man was in an accident during which his spinal cord was severed between C6 and C7. Which of the following would NOT be a consequence of this injury?
Loss of use of the phrenic nerves and paralysis of the diaphragm
Which of the following organelles function in the destruction of nonfunctional organelles?
Lysosomes
Which type of cell phagocytizes foreign or injured cells and plays a major role in providing protection against infections?
Macrophage
Which auditory ossicle is attached to the tympanic membrane?
Malleus
Mary was involved in an accident that resulted in severe damage to several of her facial bones. As a result, her olfactory organ was damaged as well. Which of the following may be a side effect of her injury?
Mary will most likely notice a dramatic decrease in her ability to taste.
Which type of cell releases chemicals in response to injury and plays an important role in inflammation?
Mast cell
Large molecules move across the plasma membrane with the help or assistance of protein carriers. This type of transport is generally called_________.
Mediated transport
Which part of the brainstem contains the cardiac center, vasomotor center, and respiratory center?
Medulla oblongata
Which portion of the brainstem is continuous with the spinal cord?
Medulla oblongata
The_________ are distributed throughout the dermal papillae and are involved in_________ touch.
Meissner corpuscles; two-point discrimination
Describe the movement of melanin in the skin.
Melanin is transferred from melanocytes to keratinocytes.
Which type of skin cancer is the most deadly?
Melanoma
Frank has a microbial infection attacking his brain. Which cell type would you expect to proliferate and be most active during this time?
Microglia
Which of the following cell structures is CORRECTLY matched with its function?
Microtubules - cell support
Which of the following occurs when the permeability of blood vessels increases during inflammation?
Migration of white blood cells to the site of injury
Olympic marathon runners train for several years. This endurance training causes which of the following organelles to increase in number in their muscle cells?
Mitochondria
Which organelle produces most of the cell's energy?
Mitochondrion
Which of the following is NOT a cell type found in taste buds?
Mitral cells
Why does inhaling deeply and slowly through the nose help to identify an odor?
More air containing the odor is brought into contact with the olfactory epithelium.
Which of the following statements concerning vision is false?
Most of the optic tract axons terminate in the medial geniculate nucleus of the thalamus.
Which of the following represents a local reflex?
Motility of the digestive tract in response to stretch of the wall of the digestive tract
Which of the following is NOT consistent with active transport?
Movement is with a concentration gradient
Which of the following actions is caused by contraction of skeletal muscle?
Moving your feet in walking
Which type of membrane lines cavities that open to the outside and often contains mucous glands?
Mucous
Which type of tissue is contractile?
Muscle tissue
Identify the statement concerning general functional characteristics of muscle that is true.
Muscle tissue shortens forcefully but lengthens passively.
The brachial plexus supplies nerves that function to contract which of the following?
Muscles of the arm and forearm
Which of the following nerves is part of the brachial plexus?
Musculocutaneous
From which embryonic brain region does the medulla oblongata form?
Myelencephalon
Which of the following is mismatched?
Myosin myofilaments - thin myofilaments
Depolarization of the nerve plasma membrane occurs when there is a rapid influx (inflow) of_________.
Na+
The taste of salts results when_________ diffuses through channels leading to depolarization of the taste cell. Similarly, sour is tasted when_________ lead(s) to the depolarization of taste cells.
Na+, H+
Which of the following is not an organic compound?
Na2HPO3(H2O)5
Which of the following is not associated with the pons?
Neck movement
Which of the following causes an unequal ion concentration across the resting plasma membrane?
Negatively charged proteins not readily diffusing across the plasma membrane
Which type of tissue contains cells called neurons?
Nervous tissue
Which of the following structures contains the other four items listed?
Neuromuscular junction
Which of the following events occurs on the postsynaptic membrane?
Neurotransmitter combines with a receptor molecule
Which type of cell ingests bacteria?
Neutrophil
A skin cell in the stratum granulosum has experienced a mutation that altered its ability to produce keratin. Should this be a health concern for the individual?
No, because cells of the stratum granulosum are dying cells that do not reproduce, so the mutation will be isolated to the one cell.
To which of the following organic groups does DNA belong?
Nucleic acid
Which organelle contains chromosomes?
Nucleus
For which of the following special senses are the receptor cells bipolar neurons?
Olfaction
What sense is a source of major input into the limbic system?
Olfaction
Which of the following special senses is relayed directly to the cerebral cortex without going to the thalamus?
Olfaction
Which of the special senses contains receptor neurons that are the only nerve cells in direct contact with the outside environment?
Olfaction
What do pheromones stimulate?
Olfactory cells
There are three unique strains of Propionibacterium acnes. Two strains are more prevalent in people with acne. However, one of these two strains appears not to be pathogenic to humans and is more prevalent in people with 'clear' skin. Additionally, the strain of P. acnes found in healthy skin kills invading bacteria, including the pathogenic P. acnes. Which of the following statements about the targeted removal of 'bad' P. acnes and addition of 'good' P. acnes is INCORRECT?
Once removed, the invading pathogenic P. acnes cannot regrow on the skin.
Which of the following is NOT true of enzymes?
One enzyme can have many reactions.
Which of the following would explain the loss of certain sensations from the skin of the posterior region of the upper limb?
One or more dorsal roots in the thoracic region of the spinal cord have been damaged.
Dennis has lost the ability to voluntarily raise his left arm due to damage to his spinal cord and associated nerves. Which of the following is a possible explanation for Dennis's symptom?
One or more ventral roots in the cervical region of the spinal cord have been damaged.
Which of the following best describes a proton?
One positive charge, mass of one, found in nucleus
Which of the following cranial nerves does NOT innervate extrinsic eye muscles?
Optic
Which of the following is NOT a feature of the retina?
Optic chiasm
Parathyroid hormone functions to increase calcium ion levels in blood. If its secretion is regulated through negative feedback, under which conditions would this hormone normally be released?
Parathyroid hormone secretion occurs when blood calcium levels are too low.
Gladys had a stroke that has left her unable to detect certain sensations of her face. Based on this information, which region of the brain is most likely affected?
Parietal lobe, in middle region of the postcentral gyrus
Rachel has a lesion on cranial nerve IX. Which of the following would you expect Rachel to experience?
Partial loss of the sense of taste
Which of the organs listed below is not directly innervated by the autonomic nervous system?
Pectoralis major
Which structures connect the cerebellum to the brainstem and allow communication between the cerebellum and other parts of the CNS?
Peduncles
If you were able to sort nucleotides into DNA nucleotides and RNA nucleotides, which component of the nucleotide would you use to do so?
Pentose sugar
What type of covalent bond is formed between amino acid molecules during protein synthesis?
Peptide bond
Which of the following is an example of procedural or implicit memory?
Performing a choreographed dance
The suffix "-itis" means inflammation. Which of the following terms means inflammation of the membrane lining the body cavity that contains the liver?
Peritonitis
Which of the following lists the components of a nucleotide?
Phosphate, monosaccharide, nitrogenous base
Which of the following nerves is a branch of both the cervical plexus and the brachial plexus?
Phrenic
Damage to which of these nerves would be most life-threatening?
Phrenic nerves
Which of the following pairs of terms are opposites?
Plantar flexion - dorsiflexion
Consider the following five terms and determine which does not belong.
Pons
Which area of the brain contains areas that initiates REM sleep?
Pons
Which two portions of the brain are involved in controlling respiration?
Pons, medulla oblongata
An abrasion of the skin results in which of the following?
Portal of entry for microorganisms
A patient is experiencing sacroiliac joint pain. In what region of the body is the pain?
Posterior pelvic region
Which of the following neurons is most likely to be adrenergic?
Postganglionic sympathetic
What occurs during hyperpolarization of a neuron plasma membrane?
Potassium ions are leaving the cell.
Which of the following is true during the resting membrane potential?
Potassium is concentrated primarily inside the cell.
If a person decided to jump over a chair, which of the following areas organizes the motor functions needed to carry out this action?
Premotor area
Which of these combinations of general senses depends on mechanoreceptors?
Pressure and proprioception
Identify the correct sequence of the structures as they are involved in activity at a chemical synapse.
Presynaptic terminal; synaptic cleft; postsynaptic membrane
Why isn't an action potential transmitted from a postsynaptic membrane to a presynaptic terminal?
Presynaptic terminals have no acetylcholine receptors.
Which of the cortical areas listed below is most likely to be stimulated first when repeating a word you just heard spoken?
Primary auditory cortex
Which of the following is NOT a type of burn?
Primary burn
Which of the following is determined by the sequence of amino acids bound by peptide bonds?
Primary structure of protein
A person lying with his/her face down is said to be in what position?
Prone
Which of the following molecules is NOT made from cholesterol?
Prostaglandins
Which of the following is not a function associated with the spinal cord?
Protect neurons in both the ascending and descending tracts
Which of the following is NOT a function of carbohydrates in the body?
Protection
Which function of proteins is NOT correctly matched with the example?
Protection - packing around organs and glands
Which of the following functions is associated with the skin?
Protection against ultraviolet radiation of the sun
To which of the following organic groups does an enzyme belong?
Protein
To which of the following organic groups does hemoglobin belong?
Protein
Which of the following molecules consists of numerous polysaccharides attached to a protein core?
Proteoglycan
Which epithelial tissue can be described as "all cells attached to the basement membrane but not all cells reach free surfaces"?
Pseudostratified
Which type of epithelial tissue is found lining the trachea?
Pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium
This condition is characterized by a thicker-than-normal stratus corneum producing large silvery scales.
Psoriasis
To which of the following substances would the taste buds be most sensitive?
Quinine (tonic) water
What is the function of the arachnoid granulations?
Reabsorb CSF into the blood of the dural sinuses
Which type of membrane proteins have an exposed site on the outer cell surface that can attach to a ligand?
Receptor proteins
Which of the following activities is a function of the plasma membrane?
Recognition of bacterial cells by the immune system
Which of the following functions is most likely to be performed by the visual association area?
Recognize the face of a close friend
Which mature cells do not have a nucleus?
Red blood cells
To which colors are the three different kinds of cones sensitive?
Red, blue, and green
Which of the following are symptoms of inflammation?
Redness, heat, and pain
A patient has shoulder pain due to ligament damage. Which of the following symptoms will most likely accompany the pain?
Reduction of range of motion
Which of the following is not a property of reflexes?
Reflexes do not require a stimulus.
Which of the following functions is carried out by both aqueous and vitreous humor?
Refraction of light rays
In _________, the new cells are the same type as those that were destroyed.
Regeneration
Which two processes function in the repair of injured tissue?
Regeneration and replacement
Which of the following definitions best describes the timbre of sounds?
Resonance quality
What is the group of loosely packed nuclei within the length of the brainstem that are involved in cyclic activities such as sleep-wake cycles?
Reticular formation
Vitamin C is essential for normal collagen synthesis. If a child suffered from a vitamin C deficiency, which layer of the skin would be most affected?
Reticular layer of dermis
If you put your shoulders back to avoid slouching and improve your posture, you are doing which of the following?
Retracting the scapulae
Unilateral damage to a cranial nerve is suspected because the tongue deviates to the right when it is protruded. Which cranial nerve is damaged?
Right hypoglossal
Which of the following are associated with the retina?
Rods and cones
Which of the following receptor type is mismatched with its sensation?
Ruffini end organs - temperature
Which of the following is not considered a type of skin gland?
Salivary glands
Sally has just heard a strange noise in her basement. Which of the following is an example of normal autonomic nervous system function during this type of situation?
Sally's heart rate increases preparing for possible activity.
Sara is color blind. Her classmates don't believe her and say that color blindness can only occur in males. Which of the following would explain Sara's inheritance of color blindness best to her classmates?
Sara is homozygous recessive for color blindness, inheriting the mutant alleles from her father and her mother.
Arrange these structures as they participate in excitation-contraction.
Sarcolemma, T tubules, sarcoplasmic reticulum,
What is formed from granulation tissue?
Scar
Schwann cells differ from oligodendrocytes in which of the following ways?
Schwann cells form a myelin sheath around a portion of only one axon, while oligodendrocytes can surround portions of several axons.
Theresa has been diagnosed with a disease that demyelinates the somatic motor neurons. This disease is destroying the_________ associated with neurons that control_________.
Schwann cells; skeletal muscle
The diagram illustrates accessory structures of the skin. What does "B" represent?
Sebaceous gland
Which of the following is classified as a holocrine gland?
Sebaceous gland
Which of the following statements concerning sebaceous glands is false?
Sebaceous glands are an example of apocrine glands.
A painful and blistered burn would be classified as which of the following?
Second degree
If a neuron is prevented from sending a neurotransmitter across a synapse to another cell, which neuron property is being inhibited?
Secretion
Which of the following is a function of epithelial tissue?
Secretion and absorption of molecules
Which of the following statements concerning the sense of taste is false?
Sensitivity of taste buds for sweet taste is very high.
The knee-jerk reflex involves which of the following?
Sensory and motor neurons
Which type of membrane does not open to the exterior, does not contain glands, but does secrete fluid?
Serous
What are caveolae?
Shallow invaginations of plasma membrane
Which type of epithelial tissue is found in the stomach?
Simple columnar epithelium
Which type of epithelial tissue are found in the kidney tubules?
Simple cuboidal epithelium
_________ epithelium is associated with rapid transport of substances through a membrane, whereas_________ epithelium is associated with resistance to abrasion.
Simple squamous; stratified squamous
Which organ system is the location of blood cell production?
Skeletal
Which type of muscle is attached to bones?
Skeletal muscle
Which type of muscle tissue is multinucleated?
Skeletal muscle
Which type of muscle tissue causes peristalsis?
Smooth muscle
Which type of muscle tissue causes vasoconstriction?
Smooth muscle
Which type of muscle tissue has spindle-shaped cells?
Smooth muscle
Which of the following statements about muscle tissue is true?
Smooth muscle is found in the walls of hollow organs.
Solution A has a pH of 10, and solution B has a pH of 2. Which of the following statements about these solutions is true?
Solution B has a higher concentration than solution A.
When people smoke cigarettes, they damage some of their taste buds. Which type of sense has been damaged by the smoking?
Special
Which of the following is not a lobe of the cerebrum?
Sphenoidal
Which of the following is NOT a means of parasympathetic innervation of effectors?
Spinal nerves
How does distribution of sympathetic nerves differ from the distribution of parasympathetic nerves?
Spinal nerves contain sympathetic fibers, while cranial nerves contain parasympathetic fibers.
Which of the following tract is mismatched with its description?
Spinoreticular tract - light touch
Abby is trying to focus on her A&P exam, but she feels something crawling along the back of her arm. Alarmed, she jumps up and brushes away a small spider. Which of the following does Abby have to thank for alerting her to this issue?
Spinothalamic tract
Which type of nerve would be damaged if sympathetic innervation of the adrenal medulla was disrupted?
Splanchnic
Which of the following epithelial types is mismatched with its function?
Squamous epithelium - stretching
The liver is able to regenerate after a portion of it is surgically removed. How is this possible?
Stabile cells of the liver are able to divide and replace the removed liver tissue.
Which of the following is NOT a component of a negative feedback mechanism?
Stabilizer
Impetigo is caused by the bacterium_________.
Staphylococcus
Which type of cell has the potential to differentiate to form adult cell types?
Stem cell
The figure illustrates the joints and bones of the rib cage. What does "C" represent?
Sternocostal synchrondrosis
Which of the following represents the correct order of the layers of the epidermis from the deepest to the most superficial?
Stratum basale, stratum spinosum, stratum granulosum, stratum lucidum, and stratum corneum
Excessive shedding of this layer of the epidermis of the scalp is responsible for dandruff.
Stratum corneum
This stratum contains many layers of dead squamous cells.
Stratum corneum
The figure illustrates the layers of the epidermis. Which layer of the epidermis is "C"?
Stratum granulosum
Thin skin has only four epithelial strata. It lacks which of the following?
Stratum lucidum
Which layer of the epidermis is found in only a few areas of the body?
Stratum lucidum
Rupturing the dermis may cause_________ to develop.
Stretch marks
Which of the following statements is false?
Structures receiving dual innervation by the ANS are regulated equally by both divisions.
During a spinal tap, cerebrospinal fluid is obtained from which of the following locations?
Subarachnoid space
Degeneration of the neurons in which of the following structures leads to the muscle tremors associated with Parkinson disease?
Substantia nigra
Which of the following is a carbohydrate?
Sucrose
Which of the following is an organic compound?
Sucrose (C12H22O11)
Viruses are composed primarily of proteins and nucleic acids. Which of the following elements could be used to track the fate of viral proteins to determine if they entered the cell?
Sulfur because proteins contain sulfur, but nucleic acids do not
A bird hits the windshield of your car, and you reflexively duck and close your eyes. Which of the following is responsible for this action?
Superior colliculi
Susan slipped on the ice and was unable to be fully mobile for several days. What disruption to homeostasis would you predict she experienced during her immobile period in terms of her muscular system?
Susan was more cold than usual because her inactivity prevented her muscles from helping to regulate her body temperature.
Increased body temperature causes which of the following?
Sweating
John sees Martha; the pupils of his eyes dilate. It is "love at first sight." What division(s) of the ANS is/are involved?
Sympathetic division
Which of these does not contribute to the cessation of the signal in a synaptic transmission?
Synaptic vesicles secrete neurotransmitter by exocytosis.
What would result from a lack of extracellular Ca2+ at the neuromuscular junction?
Synaptic vesicles would fail to fuse and ACh would not be released.
Which type of membrane lines joint cavities?
Synovial
Which subdivision of anatomy involves the study of organs that function together?
Systemic
A tissue has the following characteristics: abundant extracellular matrix, abundant collagen fibers, collagen fibers mainly parallel to each other. Which of the following injuries results in damage to this kind of tissue?
Tear in the tissue that attaches the gastrocnemius muscle to bone
Why does a person's nose run when he cries?
Tears drain into the nasal cavity via the nasolacrimal duct.
Which part of the midbrain carries sensory tracts from the spinal cord?
Tegmentum
Cytokinesis is completed at the end of this phase.
Telophase
Which of the following is an example of sensation function of the integumentary system?
Temperature receptors detecting a warm cloth placed on the skin
If five action potentials arrive at the same synapse in very close succession, which of the following would occur?
Temporal summation occurs.
Which of the following statements best distinguishes between tetanus and treppe?
Tetanus occurs when stimulation of muscle occurs frequently with little to no relaxation between stimuli; treppe occurs when stimulation of muscle occurs frequently, but complete relaxation occurs between stimuli.
Which of the following terms does NOT belong with the others?
Thalamus
Identify the structures that receive axons from the vestibular nucleus of medulla. (Check all that apply.)
Thalamus Cerebellum Thalamus Cerebellum Extrinsic eye muscles
Which reflex shows the least synaptic delay?
The Golgi tendon reflex
Which of the following descriptions best represents the appearance of the sarcomere during peak contraction?
The H zone is eliminated, and the I bands are very thin.
Which of the following events occurs during the lag phase of a muscle twitch?
The action potential is propagated from presynaptic to postsynaptic membrane.
If water accumulates between two sheets of glass, it is very difficult to separate them. Which of the following explanations best explains this situation?
The adhesive property of water holds the sheets of glass together.
Which of the following structures prevents knee hyperextension?
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)
Myastensia gravis results from the destruction of acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction, but treatment involves medications that reduce acetylcholinesterase activity. Which statement best explains the effectiveness of these medications?
The antibodies destroy some but not all of the acetylcholine receptors, so reducing acetylcholinesterase activity increases the likelihood that acetylcholine will bind to the remaining receptors.
A 100 dB sound (loud) of 150 Hz (low pitch) would cause which of the following to occur?
The basilar membrane to vibrate vigorously near the apex.
Which of the following statements concerning the inner ear is true?
The bony core of the cochlea is called the modiolus.
When someone eats a cookie, what happens to the carbon atoms in the sugar molecules after the cookie is ingested?
The carbon atoms are released as part of carbon dioxide, which later is excreted as part of exhaled air.
What is found in the lateral gray horns of the spinal cord?
The cell bodies of autonomic motor neurons
What is found in the dorsal root ganglion?
The cell bodies of pseudo-unipolar sensory neurons
Most metabolic and regulatory functions in a neuron happen where?
The cell body or soma
Which of the following is NOT associated with interphase?
The cell does nothing but rest.
If all of the peroxisomes in a cell were suddenly removed, how would this affect the cell's function?
The cell would no longer be able to break down fatty acids, hydrogen peroxide, and amino acids.
A person with a lesion in the brain exhibited the following manifestations: normal tension in skeletal muscle, disturbed fine motor control, exhibited tremors when reaching for objects. What part of the brain is most likely damaged?
The cerebellum
What is the near point of vision?
The closest point at which an object can be held and seen without appearing blurred
A cancer patient is told by their physician that their colon is lacking smooth muscle tone. What does this mean?
The colon is unable to maintain constant tension for sustained periods of time.
What is a cross-bridge?
The combination of myosin heads with active sites on actin molecules
Which of the following statements is true about the dermis and the subcutaneous tissue?
The dermis is divided into two layers; the subcutaneous layer is not.
Which structure makes the dorsal root different from the ventral root?
The dorsal root has a ganglion.
What connects the stereocilia in a hair bundle?
Tip links
A molecular biologist discovers that if a specific drug effectively treats obesity in mice, what can researchers conclude?
The drug is effective in the mouse model; it must still be tested in humans.
Which of the following statements concerning the epidermis is true?
The epidermis is nourished by blood vessels located in the dermis.
Sixteen-year-old Jake is diagnosed with hydrocephaly. What will this do if left untreated?
The excess fluid will exert pressure on his brain.
Which of the following statements regarding the temporomandibular (TMJ) joint is correct?
The joint is a combination plane and ellipsoidal joint.
The blue color of superficial blood vessels results from which of the following?
The light-scattering properties of collagen
Which region of the nail contains the stratum basale layer?
The matrix
If the thoracic cavity was cut along the midsaggital plane, which of the following descriptions of the two halves would be accurate?
The midsagittal plane would produce a right half that contained one lung and a left half that contained a lung and most of the heart.
What is the power stroke?
The movement of myosin head while attached to actin myofilament
Which of the following is true concerning isotonic eccentric contraction?
The muscle lengthens, but tension remains constant.
Which of the following is true concerning isotonic concentric contraction?
The muscle shortens, but tension remains constant.
Consider a chemical that blocks the action of acetylcholinesterase. What effect does this have on muscles?
The muscle would have no way to relax, and spastic contractions would result.
When comparing smooth and skeletal muscle cells, which of the following statements is true?
The myofilaments in smooth muscle do not form sarcomeres.
Suppose both excitatory and inhibitory neurons synapse with a single postsynaptic neuron. What determines if an action potential is initiated in the postsynaptic neuron?
The number of EPSPs in relation to the number of IPSPs
Which of the following statements is not true of reverberating circuits?
The number of action potentials decreases the farther along the circuit due to inhibitor effects of collateral axons.
What is the permeability barrier that joins the plasma membranes of adjacent cells to form a tight seal?
Tight junction
Which of the following statementsdoes not accurately describe factors that determine the amount of force generated during a muscle contraction?
The number of cross-bridges that can form is higher in a short muscle fiber compared to longer fibers.
A patient has presented with an abnormal reflex response. In response to a flash of light, the patient will move his eyes towards the light but not turn his head. Which of the following may explain the condition?
The patient has damage to the accessory nerve (XI), affecting his ability to reflexively turn his head.
A patient has a broken arm and must wear a cast for a prolonged period of time. Which of the following is mostly likely to be true when the cast is removed?
The patient's arm muscles will have undergone atrophy.
Which of the following statements concerning structures of the spinal cord is false?
The posterior horn of the cord contains the cell bodies of motor neurons.
The same neurotransmitter binds to a postsynaptic cell but produces a variety of different effects. What does this mean?
The postsynaptic cell is expressing different types of receptors for the same neurotransmitter.
Walking a tightrope would activate which portion(s) of the medulla?
The pyramids and the olives
Why does muscle activity affect the temperature of the body?
The rate of chemical reactions increases in muscle fibers during contraction, so the rate of heat production also increases.
What determines hair length?
The rate of hair growth.
Which of the following statements applies to the autonomic nervous system (ANS)?
The receptor molecules of the ANS may be muscarinic, nicotinic, or adrenergic.
Which of the following statements concerning resting membrane potential is true?
The resting membrane potential is proportional to the tendency for K+ to diffuse out of the cell.
The amount of body area involved with a burn is determined by which of the following?
The rule of nines
Megan thinks she has a great new way to help her remember her anatomy notes. She wears a certain perfume only when she studies for the exam and the day of the exam. What is Megan attempting to stimulate in this exercise?
The secondary olfactory areas of the brain
A weak acid was introduced to a solution. Which of the following accurately describes the condition of the solution after adding the weak acid?
The solution would have an increase in H+ with some of the weak acid molecules still intact.
Which of the following statements concerning the subcutaneous layer is false?
The subcutaneous layer is composed of dense connective tissue with collagen and elastin fibers.
Which of the following isnot an example of an important inorganic substance necessary for normal human physiology?
The sugar-phosphate backbone of DNA form from covalent bonds between nucleotides.
Which of the following statements is true?
The sympathetic division diverges more than the parasympathetic division.
Which of the following statements concerning structures of the diencephalon is false?
The thalamus controls many endocrine functions.
Which of the following statements concerning sutures is false?
The tissue between the bones is hyaline cartilage.
A tissue sample has the following characteristics: large cells with many processes, one which is very long; smaller cells scattered amongst the larger cells. Which of the following statements accurately identifies the tissue?
The tissue is nervous tissue. The large cells are neurons with dendrites and a long axon, and the smaller cells are glia.
Which of the following statements concerning the structure of spinal nerves is true?
The ventral root contains motor or efferent fibers.
Which of the following statements about nails is true?
Their appearance can be valuable in medical diagnosis.
A patient has been diagnosed with a condition resulting from inflammation of tissue associated with the lungs. Which statement best clarifies the condition?
There is inflammation of the pleura, the serous membranes associated with the lungs.
Which of the following is not a characteristic of homeostatic variables?
They always remain at a fixed value.
Which of the following statements concerning bursae is true?
They are formed by an extension of the synovial membrane.
An antibody test on smooth muscle reveals fewer dense bodies and intermediate filaments in a patient with a colon disorder. What is the purpose of these structures?
They are part of the intracellular cytoskeleton.
Which of the following is NOT a property of the myosin head?
They bind to troponin.
Which of the following is NOT true about astrocytes?
They can aid in the regeneration of injured neurons.
A volleyball player depends on the gastrocnemius muscles for plantar flexion, whereas a marathon runner depends more on the soleus muscles for the same action. What characteristic of the soleus muscles makes this so?
They make more use of aerobic respiration.
Drugs called calcium channel blockers may be used to lower blood pressure by causing arteries to vasodilate. How do you suppose these drugs work?
They prevent calcium from entering smooth muscle, thus allowing the muscle to relax.
What is the role of pacemaker cells?
They rapidly develop action potentials.
Which of the following statements concerning fast-twitch muscle fibers is true?
They split ATP rapidly.
Which of the following is composed of myosin molecules?
Thick myofilaments
Fingernails are comprised of which of the following?
Thin, dead scaly cells
With aging, individuals tend to feel colder and usually need the thermostat in their home set higher in the winter to feel warm enough. What might explain this?
Thinning of the subcutaneous layer
Which ventricle is located between the two halves of the thalamus?
Third ventricle
Which type of burn appears white or black with no immediate pain?
Third-degree
Which nerve is involved when a dancer points his/her toes?
Tibial
Which fibers are primarily responsible for producing lactate?
Type IIB fast fibers
What is the role of the red nuclei?
Unconscious regulation and coordination of motor activities
Which of the following statements concerning hair structure is true?
Undamaged hair follicles can help regenerate damaged epithelium.
Which of the following statements concerning myelination is true?
Unmyelinated axons rest in invaginations of Schwann cells or oligodendrocytes.
Which system removes nitrogenous waste products from the blood and regulates blood pH, ion balance, and water balance?
Urinary
A construction worker was injured when a metal rod penetrated the abdominal wall inferior to the umbilicus and in the hypogastric region. The rod passed through to the lumbar region. Which of the following structures was most likely damaged?
Urinary bladder
Which of the following structures is located in the right-lower quadrant but NOT in the right iliac region?
Urinary bladder
Which of the following movements is an example of extension?
Using your finger to point out an area on a map
Damage to which of the following cranial nerves might result in death?
Vagus nerve
Which of the following does not contribute to the sense of equilibrium?
Vallate papillae
What do the cavities of the neural tube become in the adult brain?
Ventricles
Which of the following correctly describes the vestibular projection pathway to the brain?
Vestibular nerve - vestibulocochlear nerve - vestibular nuclei - thalamus - cerebral cortex
Which of the following is a part of the bony labyrinth?
Vestibule
Which of the following cranial nerves is exclusively sensory?
Vestibulocochlear (VIII)
Select components of the neuronal pathway for balance. (Check all that apply.)
Vestibulocochlear nerve Vestibular nucleus Facial nerve ganglion Thalamus
Which of the following terms does NOT relate to the mitochondrion?
Vitamin A storage
Considering the following analogy, determine which component represents ATP's role in the cells of the body. As the river flows past the old mill, it turns the water wheel, which in turns powers the movement of the millstone that grinds the wheat.
Water wheel
Which of the following hair colors is the result of a decrease in melanin?
White
Touch receptors are NOT located in which of the following skin areas?
Within the hair shaft
Some acne drugs include peroxides that increase 'peeling' or shedding of skin. The main side effects include drying of the skin, redness, rashes, bleaching and possible hair loss at contact areas. Do these drugs have an effect on sebum-production?
Yes, the effect is on the dermis and the sebaceous glands are located there.
Lyme disease is
a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks.
Denaturation is
a change in the three-dimensional structure of a protein.
A gland produces a watery secretion that contains solutes. The secretion also contains a substantial amount of phospholipid. The type of secretory process for this gland is probably_________.
a combination of merocrine and apocrine.
Rheumatoid arthritis is
a condition that may involve an autoimmune disease.
The leading strand of DNA is formed as
a continuous strand, adding to the 3´ end.
A concentric contraction is described as
a muscle produces increasing tension as it shortens.
An anion is
a negatively charged ion.
A cation is
a positively charged ion.
If the extracellular fluid around a neuron is replaced with an isotonic saline solution that contains K+ and other solutes at concentrations very close to the extracellular fluid concentrations of a normal cell, the result is
a resting membrane potential close to its normal value.
Increased fluid accumulation in the cornea would result in
a scattering of light rays.
Lesion of the basal nuclei could cause
a slight shaking of the hands or head.
Lesions of the basal nuclei could cause
a slight shaking of the hands or head.
An organelle is
a small structure within a cell.
An organ is
a structure composed of several tissue types.
An electrolyte is
a substance that conducts electricity when placed in solution.
In order to study in detail the anatomy of internal cell parts, it would be best to use
a transmission electron microscope (TEM).
Lesions of the limbic system might result in
a voracious appetite.
Raising an arm to one side of the body to stop a taxi, is an example of_________ of the shoulder.
abduction
Synaptic vesicles in the neuromuscular junction contain
acetylcholine.
The active sites to which cross-bridges attach are found on the
actin myofilaments.
During the contraction phase of a muscle twitch,
actin-myosin cross-bridges form.
Tetanus of muscles is described as
action potential frequency is high enough that no relaxation of muscle fibers occurs.
The minimum amount of energy that reactants must have to start a chemical reaction is called_________energy.
activation
The movement of molecules against their concentration gradient is called_________.
active transport
A decreased sensitivity to a continued stimulus defines the term_________.
adaptation
Decreased sensitivity to a continued stimulus is called_________.
adaptation
Suppose you cup your hands to hold some water. To limit the amount of leaking through your hands, this action would most likely require_________.
adduction of the fingers
The oculomotor nerve
adjusts pupil size to the level of lighting.
Sympathomimetic agents activate
adrenergic receptors.
Injury to the thalamus would
affect sensory projection to the cerebral cortex.
Stretch reflexes
aid in maintaining proper posture.
A genetic disease characterized by the inability to produce melanin is_________.
albinism
The semicircular canals
allow a person to detect movement in all directions.
The type of brain waves observed in an individual who is awake but in a quiet resting state with eyes closed are_________ waves.
alpha
A person suffering a stroke in the right parietal lobe may lose the ability to recognize faces. This is called_________.
amorphosynthesis
Continuous conduction of action potentials means that
an action potential in one site generates local currents causing depolarization to threshold at the adjacent site.
Saltatory conduction of an action potential means that
an action potential is conducted from one node of Ranvier to the next node.
A stimulus either causes an action potential or it doesn't. This is called_________.
an all-or-none response
A stimulus either causes an action potential or it doesn't. This is called
an all-or-none response.
An organic molecule consists of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur; the molecule is probably
an amino acid.
When a neurotransmitter binds to its receptor and increases the permeability of the postsynaptic membrane to Na+,
an excitatory postsynaptic potential (EPSP) will result.
Normal pH range for blood is 7.35 to 7.45. If blood pH falls below 7.35,
an imbalance called acidosis results.
Arthritis is
an inflammation of any joint.
All of the synthesis reactions in the body are called_________.
anabolism
The fact that most of us have five lumbar vertebrae, but some people have six and some have four, is an example of _________ variation among organisms.
anatomical
The type of movements where one linear part of the body bends relative to another part would be_________ movements.
angular
The anterior cruciate ligament prevents_________ displacement of the tibia.
anterior
In_________, ions or molecules move in opposite directions.
antiport
Damage to Wernicke area would result in
aphasia.
Body odor results from secretions from the_________ sweat glands.
apocrine
The pineal body
appears to play a role in controlling the onset of puberty.
The white matter of the cerebellum forms a branching network known as the_________.
arbor vitae
Reflex arcs
are capable of receiving a stimulus and yielding a response.
Intermolecular forces
are electrostatic attractions between different molecules.
Synovial joints are different from both fibrous and cartilaginous joints because synovial joints
are enclosed by a joint capsule.
Phospholipids
are found in plasma membranes.
Reflexes
are homeostatic.
Muscle spindles
are innervated by gamma motor neurons.
Secondary olfactory areas
are involved in emotional reactions to odors.
The mammillary bodies
are involved in emotional responses to odors.
The abducens nerves
are involved in eye movement.
Smooth muscle and cardiac muscle are similar in that they both
are under involuntary control.
An example of a highly vascular tissue is_________ tissue. An example of a tissue that is not highly vascular is_________.
areolar; cartilage
A biaxial joint has movement
around two axes at right angles to one another.
A physician is evaluating the cranial nerve function of a patient. To evaluate oculomotor nerve function, the physician should
ask the patient to follow the movement of an object with her gaze.
Fibers connecting areas of the cerebral cortex within the same hemisphere are_________ fibers.
association
In a reversible reaction, when the rate of product formation is equal to the rate of reactant formation, the reaction is
at equilibrium.
The smallest particle of an element that still exhibits the chemical characteristics of that element is a/an_________.
atom
Deep means
away from the surface.
When someone taps you on your shoulder, they stimulate the_________ nerve.
axillary
Damage to the vestibular branch of the vestibulocochlear nerve would result in loss of_________.
balance
A_________ is a type of joint that is multiaxial allowing a wide range of movement.
ball and socket
A change in the resting membrane potential has the following characteristics: non-propagated, graded, can summate. This type of change can
be a local potential and a consequence of an increase in the permeability to Na+.
In order for a molecule to be detected by the olfactory neurons, it must
be dissolved in fluid covering the olfactory epithelium.
A victim of an automobile accident goes into shock, which results in decreased blood flow. The victim's skin will
become pale.
Cochlear neurons are stimulated by
bending microvilli or stereocilia on the hair cells.
Brain waves associated with information processing or problem solving are_________ waves.
beta
Neurons that have a single axon and a single dendrite are_________.
bipolar
A local anesthetic such as Novocaine decreases membrane permeability to Na+. The use of this anesthetic will
block sensory input into the CNS.
A tissue that has a fluid matrix is_________.
blood
The function of acetylcholinesterase is to
break down acetylcholine in the synapse.
The sternal region is commonly known as the _________.
breastbone
The transparent mucous membrane that covers the anterior white surface of the eye is the_________.
bulbar conjunctiva
The gluteal region is commonly known as the _________.
buttock
Taste buds
can only perceive taste if the molecules are in solution.
Cartilaginous joints unite two bones by means of_________.
cartilage
The type of connective tissue that contains chondrocytes, a rigid matrix of collagen fibers and proteoglycan-hyaluronic acid aggregates and few, if any, blood vessels is_________.
cartilage
Joints joined together by hyaline cartilage or fibrocartilage would be classified as_________ joints.
cartilaginous
Neurotransmitters
cause the production of action potentials in the postsynaptic membrane.
When the CNS responds to tissue damage by decreasing the pain threshold and increasing its sensitivity to pain, this is called_________.
central sensitization
The cerebellum communicates with other parts of the CNS by means of nerve tracts called the_________.
cerebellar peduncles
A nurse is caring for a patient who exhibits the following symptoms:
cerebellum
A nurse is caring for a patient who exhibits the following symptoms: (1) Inability to maintain balance while walking (2) Normal intelligence (3) Can initiate voluntary movements, although they are somewhat uncoordinated (4) Decreased tone in the skeletal muscles
cerebellum
A nurse is caring for a patient who exhibits the following symptoms: (1) Inability to maintain balance while walking (2) Normal intelligence (3) Can initiate voluntary movements, although they are somewhat uncoordinated (4) Decreased tone in the skeletal muscles The patient is probably suffering from a condition that affected the _________.
cerebellum
A nurse is caring for a patient who exhibits the following symptoms: (1) Inability to maintain balance while walking (2) Normal intelligence (3) Can initiate voluntary movements, although they are somewhat uncoordinated 4) Decreased tone in the skeletal muscles
cerebellum
Procedural memory is stored primarily in the
cerebellum and premotor area of cerebral cortex.
Potential energy stored in bonds of molecules is_________ energy.
chemical
The energy stored in ATP is a form of_________ energy.
chemical
Changes in the blood concentration of glucose, oxygen, and hydrogen are detected by_________.
chemoreceptors
The senses of taste and smell both utilize receptor cells that are categorized as_________.
chemoreceptors
Cerebrospinal fluid is produced by the_________ and is reabsorbed by the_________.
choroid plexus; arachnoid granulation
In the nucleus, DNA is wrapped with proteins. This complex is called_________.
chromatin
Three adjacent nucleotides in mRNA are called a_________.
codon
When jumping into water, you notice resistance. This resistance is caused by water's_________.
cohesiveness
Intervertebral discs exhibit a great deal of strength because of the presence of thick bundles of_________.
collagen
The three types of protein fibers found in connective tissue are
collagen, elastin, and reticular fibers.
In the spinal cord, white matter is organized into
columns and the gray matter into horns.
Tracts of white matter that connect the right and left hemispheres are composed of_________ fibers.
commissural
A connective tissue fiber refers to a(n)_________ and a muscle fiber refers to a/an_________.
complex of macromolecules; entire cell
T tubules
conduct action potentials deep into the muscle fiber.
Electrolytes are substances that
conduct electricity when dissolved in water.
Mechanical deficiency in transmission of sound waves to the spiral organ is_________.
conduction hearing loss
Pinkeye is an acute inflammation of the_________.
conjunctiva
Marfan syndrome is a genetic disorder associated with_________ tissue.
connective
Support, attachment of tissues, cushioning and protection are examples of functions for _________ tissue.
connective
The ciliary body
consists of a ciliary ring and ciliary processes.
A general characteristic of connective tissue is that it
consists of cells with much extracellular material (matrix) between them.
A primary function of the cerebellum is to_________.
coordinate movement
The cerebral medulla
consists of many nerve tracts of white matter beneath the cerebral cortex.
A proper definition of muscle tone is
constant tension produced by muscles for long periods of time.
The lacrimal glands
constantly produce a fluid called tears.
Muscle myofibrils
contain myosin and actin myofilaments.
Actin myofilaments
contain strands of fibrous actin.
The primary motor area
contains a larger area for control of the hand and fingers than for control of the arm and elbow.
The stratum basale
contains cells that undergo mitosis to form new epidermal cells.
The epidermis
contains no blood vessels.
The capacity of a muscle cell to shorten forcefully is known as
contractility.
If cannot enter a muscle fiber in response to a stimulus,
contraction cannot occur.
If image cannot enter a muscle fiber in response to a stimulus,
contraction cannot occur.
A drug that interferes with the active transport of from the sarcoplasm back into the sarcoplasmic reticulum would result in
contraction with no relaxation.
Upper motor neurons
control skeletal muscles.
When two or more presynaptic neurons synapse with a single postsynaptic neuron in the CNS, a/an_________ pathway is formed.
convergent
The respiratory center of the brain (taking into account input from chemoreceptors, pulmonary stretch receptors, and higher centers of the brain to determine respiratory output) is an example of a_________ circuit.
converging
The sensory (afferent) division of the peripheral nervous system
conveys action potentials to the CNS.
Sarcoplasm is the
cytoplasm of a muscle fiber.
A patient with a lesion in the hippocampus may have decreased_________.
declarative memory
In bright sunlight, the diameter of the pupil_________ due to contraction of the_________.
decreases; sphincter pupillae
Enzymes are proteins that increase the rate of chemical reactions by
decreasing the activation energy of the reaction.
The fact that the right side of the brain controls the left side of the body is explained by the
decussation of the pyramids in the medulla.
Pacinian corpuscles respond to
deep cutaneous pressure and vibration.
When the hydrogen bonds that maintain a protein's three-dimensional shape are broken, the protein becomes nonfunctional, and is said to be_________.
denatured
CREB activates gene transcription in neurons that results in the formation of_________.
dendritic spines
Connective tissue in tendons is
dense regular collagenous tissue.
Fibroblasts and protein fibers are associated with both_________ and_________.
dense regular; dense irregular connective tissues
Acetylcholine binds to a membrane bound receptor and causes ligand-gated sodium channels to open and results in
depolarization.
Smooth muscle
depolarizes when both and diffuse into the cell.
Friction ridges of the hands and feet are produced by projections into the epidermis called_________.
dermal papillae
The cutaneous sensory distribution of a spinal nerve can be mapped as a_________.
dermatome
Stretch marks develop on the abdomen of pregnant women because of stretching and rupture of the_________.
dermis
The pyramids of the medulla contain_________.
descending motor tracts
Epithelial tissue that can stretch or is subjected to stress would have_________.
desmosomes
A cell with abundant peroxisomes would most likely be involved in
detoxification activities.
The direction from which a sound is coming can be determined by the
differences in the time that sound waves take to reach each ear.
Humans are able to distinguish several million shades of color because
different proportions of cone cells respond to each wavelength of light.
The aroma of cookies baking in the kitchen reaches you in the living room. The distribution of this odor throughout the house is an example of_________.
diffusion
The gallbladder, liver, and stomach are all part of the _________ system.
digestive
The enteric nervous system consists of plexuses within the walls of the_________.
digestive tract
A coiled fibrous protein in connective tissue that is stretchy is called_________.
elastin
Cations and anions that dissociate in water are sometimes called
electrolytes, because they can conduct an electrical current.
In an oxidation-reduction reaction,_________ are transferred between molecules.
electrons
Subatomic particles located around the nucleus of an atom are_________.
electrons
Covalent bonds form when
electrons are shared between two atoms.
In ionic bonding,
electrons are transferred from one atom to another.
In smooth muscle, most of the needed for muscle contraction
enters from extracellular fluid.
Sympathetic stimulation of the postganglionic cells of the adrenal medulla causes the release of_________.
epinephrine and norepinephrine
Because it forms covering and lining layers for body structures,_________ tissue has very little extracellular matrix.
epithelial
The four primary tissue types are
epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous.
The auditory tube
equalizes air pressure between the middle ear and outside air.
If the ratio of products and reactants are stable, the system is in_________.
equilibrium
When the skin develops a reddish color due to a temporary increase in blood flow, the condition is called_________.
erythema
An example of a structure contained by the mediastinum is the _________.
esophagus
Functionally, smooth muscle
exhibits autorhythmic contractions.
Receptor-mediated endocytosis
exhibits specificity.
Acetylcholine is released from the presynaptic terminal by the process of
exocytosis
Acetylcholine is released from the presynaptic terminal by the process of
exocytosis.
Palpebrae is another name for the_________.
eyelids
Some thyroid disorders are characterized by an increase in the width of the palpebral fissure. This would be an increase in the distance between the_________.
eyelids
The superior colliculi receive input from the
eyes, skin, cerebrum, and inferior colliculi.
Facial expression is regulated by the_________ nerve.
facial
Following a stroke, Harriet has impaired sense of taste on one side of the tip of her tongue, indicating the part of her brain that was affected must communicate with the_________ nerve.
facial
Paralysis on the right side of the face could result from damage to the right_________ nerve.
facial
Bowing the head is an example of_________.
flexion
Raising your hand and placing it on the shoulder of a person standing in front of you, requires_________ of the shoulder.
flexion
The portion of the cerebellum that is involved in balance and eye movements is the_________.
flocculonodular lobe
The point where light rays cross after passing through a concave lens is referred to as the_________.
focal point
The lens
focuses light on the retina.
Ridges of the cerebellar cortex are called_________.
folia
The most sensitive taste buds are found in_________ papillae.
foliate
The spinal cord begins at the_________.
foramen magnum
One ATP molecule is required for
formation of the cross-bridge, for movement of the cross-bridge, and for release of the cross-bridge.
The area of greatest visual acuity is the_________.
fovea centralis
The central sulcus separates the_________.
frontal and parietal lobes
The central olfactory cortex areas are located in the_________.
frontal and temporal lobes
Ringworm is an infection of the skin, hair, and nails caused by a/an_________.
fungus
An intercalated disc is an example location of_________.
gap junctions
Structures that function in intercellular communication include_________.
gap junctions
A patient exhibits an abnormal gag reflex in that the uvua is pulled to the left. This is a possible indication that one of the_________ nerves is damaged.
glossopharyngeal
Unlike other joints, a_________ does not join two bones to one another.
gomphosis
A delicate connective tissue composed of fibroblasts, collagen, and capillaries is called_________.
granulation tissue
The inguinal region is commonly known as the _________.
groin
An increase in the number of cells is _________.
growth
The change in size of the bone marrow (where blood cells are produced) as an infant matures is an example of _________, whereas the transformation of blood stem cells into white blood cells is an example of _________.
growth; differentiation
A baseball pitcher was hit on the side of the head by a line drive. When he was revived, he could not remember how many balls and strikes the batter had. This was because
he lost both working and short-term memory.
Rapid changes in altitude can rupture the tympanic membrane. Symptoms that may occur include
hearing impairment.
Due to dual innervation of the heart,
heart rate can increase under sympathetic regulation or decrease under parasympathetic regulation, meeting the demands of the body.
Hydrogen bonds are important for all of the following except
helping atoms give up or receive electrons.
If the Broca area is damaged, the result is
hesitant and distorted speech.
Tetanus of a muscle is thought to be caused by
high concentrations in the sarcoplasm.
A glandular secretion has been analyzed and indicates the presence of cytoplasmic components that include DNA and nuclear proteins. This indicates_________ mode of secretion.
holocrine
By reducing body temperature during hot weather, skin helps to maintain_________.
homeostasis
A long, unbranched polysaccharide found in the extracellular matrix of connective tissue is_________.
hyaluronic acid
Marfan syndrome is a hereditary defect of elastin fibers. People with this syndrome have_________.
hyperextensible joints
Abnormal forced extension beyond normal range of motion is called_________.
hyperextension
While standing, looking up at the stars requires_________.
hyperextension of the neck
Showing your palm to someone who is in front of you, as if to tell them "Stop," requires
hyperextension of the wrist.
Mr. Miller has been hospitalized for the flu. The flu virus increases membrane permeability to K+. You would expect his cells to_________.
hyperpolarize
An IPSP is inhibitory because it
hyperpolarizes the postsynaptic membrane.
Rods, a type of photoreceptor cell, respond to light (stimulus) by
hyperpolarizing.
Anna has an eating disorder along with intense thirst and wildly varying body temperatures, which means she may have a dysfunction of the_________.
hypothalamus
The photoreceptor cells are located
in the photoreceptive layer of the retina.
Curare blocks acetylcholine receptors at the motor end plate. This would result in
inability of the muscle fiber to respond to nervous stimulation.
The absolute refractory period ends when
inactivation gates of voltage-gated Na+ channels reopen.
If one nerve stimulus arrives at a muscle fiber so soon that the fiber has only partially relaxed from the previous twitch, the most likely result will be_________.
incomplete tetanus
The training regimen of a competitive weight lifter is designed partly to
increase the average number of myofibrils per muscle fiber.
Anabolic steroids can do all of the following except
increase the number of muscle fibers.
As muscle activity increases, the body temperature_________.
increases
Intense exercise that results in a great deal of anaerobic activity
increases muscular strength and mass.
A local potential
increases or decreases in direct proportion to the stimulus strength.
The portion of the midbrain involved in dealing with auditory pathways is the_________.
inferior colliculus
A neuron within the central nervous system that carries action potentials from one neuron to another is called a/an_________.
interneuron
The time between cell divisions is called_________.
interphase
An example of a symphysis is the_________.
intervertebral joint
When acetylcholine binds to autonomic muscarinic receptors,_________.
intestinal motility increases
The secretions of endocrine glands are released directly
into the bloodstream.
Hyaluronic acid gives a very slippery quality to fluids that contain it. Hyaluronic acid
is a good lubricant for joint cavities.
The fibrous capsule
is a layer of tissue that is continuous with the periosteum.
A neuromodulator
is a substance released from neurons that influences the sensitivity of neurons to neurotransmitters.
The conus medullaris
is a tapered, cone like region immediately inferior to the lumbar enlargement.
Synovial fluid
is a thin lubricating film covering the surface of a joint.
Melanin
is absent in individuals with albinism.
The opening of more and more channels during depolarization
is an example of a positive feedback cycle.
The limbic system
is associated with basic survival instincts of nutrition, memory, and reproduction.
Jessica is sitting in a cafe and excess lacrimal fluid is spilling over her lower palpebrae. This means that Jessica
is crying.
Thick skin
is found in areas subject to pressure or friction, such as the palms.
The refractory period
is the time during which the tissue cannot respond again.
Each_________ includes a Z disc and extends from each side of the Z disc to the ends of the myosin myofilaments.
isotropic band or I band
Cartilage heals slowly after an injury because
it has few, if any, blood vessels.
The cornea is relatively easy to transplant because
it is easy to access and is avascular.
The skin discoloration most likely to result from liver disease is_________.
jaundice
As skin cells move toward the surface of the body, they produce a protein that reduces water loss. This process is called_________.
keratinization
The medial meniscus is in the_________.
knee
Inorganic chemists study substances_________ carbon, while organic chemists study substances_________ carbon.
lacking; containing
A by-product of anaerobic respiration in muscle fibers is
lactate
A by-product of anaerobic respiration in muscle fibers is
lactate.
Delicate unpigmented hairs that cover the fetus in early development are called_________ hairs.
lanugo
The time between application of the stimulus to a motor neuron and the beginning of contraction is called the_________ phase.
latent or lag
The thumb is _________ to the fifth digit (little finger).
lateral
Moving the mandible to the side as when grinding the teeth is_________.
lateral excursion
Light refracts as it passes through the
lens, cornea, and humors of the eye.
The corpus striatum is composed of the
lentiform and caudate nuclei.
The ligament at the head of the femur is the_________.
ligamentum teres
Molecules that serve as chemical signals to open or close gated ion channels are_________.
ligands
Adjustment to close-range vision involves all of the following except
light adaptation.
In an x-ray film of the skeletal system, the dense tissue areas appear_________ because they_________ the x-rays; the less dense tissues appear_________ because they_________ the x-rays.
light; absorb; dark; do not absorb
The synovial membrane
lines the joint everywhere except over the articular cartilage.
The spinal cord
links the peripheral nervous system to the brain.
For the resting membrane potential, increasing the Na+ concentration in the ECF results in
little change in membrane potential.
A change in resting membrane potential confined to a small area is called a/an_________ potential.
local
In an EPSP (excitatory postsynaptic potential), there is a
local depolarization.
The model that helps explain how an enzyme works is the_________ model.
lock-and-key
Athletes who train at high altitudes increase their red blood cell count, which increases their oxygen supply during exercise. Increased oxygen supply results in
longer aerobic respiration.
The length of the resting sarcomere is
longer than the length of a contracted sarcomere.
A cut through the long axis of an organ is a/an _________ section.
longitudinal
Reticular tissue is found in
lymphatic organs.
The intracellular digestive organelle of a cell is the_________.
lysosome
The vesicles containing hydrolytic enzymes are called_________.
lysosomes
The extrapyramidal system
maintains control of unconscious movements.
Glucose is the
major nutrient for most body cells.
The amount of matter in an object is its_________.
mass
Rapid removal or destruction of neurotransmitter in the synaptic cleft
may affect the ability of the postsynaptic membrane to generate action potentials.
An injury to the wrist that results in edema in the carpal tunnel would compress the_________ nerve.
median
If you pinch your index finger in a door, pain sensations are carried via the_________ nerve.
median
The central axis of the hair is the_________.
medulla
A small lesion in the brainstem which resulted in a rapid heart rate, intense vasoconstriction, and elevated blood pressure would probably be located in the_________.
medulla oblongata
Melanin is produced only by_________.
melanocytes
The vesicles that contain melanin are called_________.
melanosomes
The vesicles that contain melanin are_________.
melanosomes
A thin layer of tissue that covers an organ or lines a cavity is a_________.
membrane
In general, water-soluble molecules diffuse through the_________; and lipid-soluble molecules diffuse through the_________.
membrane channels; lipid bilayer
A series of neurons involved in long-term retention of a thought is called a/an_________.
memory engram
The thick fibrocartilage disks found in the knee joint are called_________.
menisci
During an autopsy the brainstem was separated from the rest of the brain by a cut between the_________ and_________.
midbrain; diencephalon
The mass of a chemical equal to its molecular weight in grams, containing 6.023 x 1023 molecules is a/an_________.
mole
Large carbohydrates are formed from smaller units called_________.
monosaccharides
In normal near vision, light is refracted_________ than in distant vision; thus the lens is_________.
more; rounded
A lesion in the cerebral peduncles might affect_________.
movement
The position of the head with respect to gravity is determined by the
movements of otoliths in response to gravity.
A thick, sticky secretion produced by goblet cells is called_________.
mucus
The embryonic structure that gives rise to the structures of the central nervous system is called the_________.
neural plate
Compounds classified as_________ alter synaptic transmission by changing neurotransmitter receptor numbers or affecting the breakdown and/or removal of neurotransmitter.
neuromodulators
The sites where a chemical substance is transmitted from the presynaptic terminal of an axon to the postsynaptic membrane of a muscle fiber are called
neuromuscular junctions.
Viagra is used to treat erectile dysfunction by prolonging the effects of_________ on blood vessels.
nitric oxide (NO)
Gaps or interruptions in the myelin sheath are called_________.
nodes of Ranvier
Cellulose is the
nondigestible plant polysaccharide.
Oxygen has an atomic number of eight. When two oxygen atoms come together, they form a/an_________ bond.
nonpolar covalent
Clusters of gray matter deep within the brain are called_________.
nuclei
In the CNS, clusters of gray matter containing cell bodies are called_________.
nuclei
The "control center" of the cell is the_________.
nucleus
The_________ contains the genetic information of the cell.
nucleus
The size of various regions of the primary somatic sensory cortex is proportional to the_________ sensory receptors in that area of the body.
number of
Sam adjusts solution A to increase its acidity. This means that the
number of hydrogen ions in the solution has increased.
Oscillation of the eyes during the tracking of something in motion is called_________.
nystagmus
Visceral smooth muscle
occurs in sheets and exhibits numerous gap junctions.
An action potential
occurs when the local potential reaches threshold level.
Ptosis (drooping of the upper eyelid) of the left eye would be caused by damage to the_________ nerve.
oculomotor
In the process of diffusion, net movement of substances is always from a region
of higher concentration to a region of lower concentration.
The connective tissue of_________ adults is less elastic and less flexible.
older
A fracture of the cribriform plate might injure the_________ cranial nerve.
olfactory
The plasma membrane is selectively permeable. This means
only certain substances can pass through it.
The ventral root of a spinal nerve contains_________.
only motor fibers
Cells that break down bone are called_________.
osteoclasts
Cytoplasm is found
outside the nucleus but inside the plasma membrane.
The cross-sectional view of the spinal cord reveals white matter on the
outside, gray matter on the inside, and a ventral motor root.
In order to get energy (ATP) from food molecules in the final stage of respiration, humans require_________.
oxygen
The_________ division of the ANS functions mainly under ordinary, restful conditions.
parasympathetic
Atropine causes the pupil of the eye to dilate by blocking the effect of muscarinic receptors. This means atropine is a/an
parasympathetic blocking agent.
A patient has suffered a cerebral hemorrhage that has damaged the primary motor area of his right cerebral cortex. As a result the
patient cannot voluntarily move his left arm or leg.
Parasympathetic preganglionic axons from the sacral region of the spinal cord course through_________ nerves that innervate the_________.
pelvic; lower colon and reproductive glands
Macrophages are cells specialized for_________.
phagocytosis
White blood cells engulf foreign particles by means of_________.
phagocytosis
Amputees frequently perceive pain in the amputated structure. This type of pain is called_________ pain.
phantom
Rapidly adapting proprioceptors that provide information on the location of a moving hand are known as_________ receptors.
phasic
Vision is dependent upon_________.
photoreceptors
The correct pathway for impulses leaving the retina is
photoreceptors, bipolar cells, ganglion cells, and optic nerve.
An investigator who conducts an experiment to determine how changes in pH affect the function of enzymes on digestion is most likely to be a/an _________.
physiologist
The joint between the head of the radius and the proximal end of the ulna is a_________ joint.
pivot
A joint that consists of two opposing flat surfaces of approximately equal size is a/an __________ joint.
plane
The joint between the articular processes of adjacent vertebrae is a_________ joint.
plane
If you stand on tiptoes to reach something high, you are performing_________ at the ankle.
plantar flexion
The sarcolemma is the
plasma membrane of a muscle fiber.
The central nervous system develops from a flat mass of tissue called the neural_________.
plate
Eicosanoids
play a role in the response of tissues to injuries.
Imagine the following scernerio: Blood pressure decreases below normal levels.→ Blood flow to the heart decreases → Heart is unable to pump as much blood.→ Blood pressure decreases even more. This is an example of _________ feedback
positive
Imagine the following scernerio: Blood pressure decreases below normal levels.→ Blood flow to the heart decreases → Heart is unable to pump as much blood.→ Blood pressure decreases even more. This is an example of _________ feedback.
positive
This figure illustrates changes in blood pressure when _________ feedback mechanisms are in control.
positive
Skeletal muscle fibers
possess striations.
The primary somatic sensory or general sensory area is located in the_________.
postcentral gyrus
When the myosin head flexes into a bend, pulling the actin filament along with it, this is called the
power stroke.
A mRNA containing introns is a_________.
pre-mRNA
If you decide to "snap your fingers," the first neurons to be stimulated are the_________ neurons.
premotor
The age-associated changes that result in loss of accommodation of the eyes is called_________.
presbyopia
Neurotransmitters are released from the_________.
presynaptic terminal
Synaptic vesicles contain neurotransmitters and are present in the_________.
presynaptic terminals
The adaptive significance of the crossed extensor reflex when a person steps on a tack is to
prevent the person from falling down.
The attenuation reflex
prevents damage to delicate ear structures.
Receptors that in general produce an action potential in response to a receptor potential are_________ receptors.
primary
The blood-brain barrier
protects neurons from toxic substances in the blood.
A myofilament is the
protein strand composed of actin or myosin.
The shoulder is _________ to the elbow.
proximal
A malfunction of the process of keratinization results in the condition known as_________.
psoriasis
As you are lifting a box, someone places extra weight on top of it. For your muscle to continue contracting and lifting the box, the muscle must
recruit more muscle fibers.
Blood cells are produced in hemopoietic tissue found in
red bone marrow.
A decrease in the number of voltage-gated Ca2+ ion channels in the presynaptic terminal would
reduce or inhibit transmission across the synapse.
A decrease in the number of voltage-gated Ca2+ ion channels in the presynaptic terminal would
reduce or inhibit transmission across the synapse.A neuromodulator
Suturing a large wound
reduces risk of infection and helps to heal faster.
As the nervous system ages
reflexes become slower.
Gamma motor neurons
regulate the sensitivity of the muscle spindle.
The integumentary system
regulates body temperature.
The plasma membrane
regulates movement of materials into and out of the cell.
Reciprocal innervation
reinforces the withdrawal reflex.
After contraction has occurred, the are
released from troponin.
Myosin phosphatase
removes phosphate from myosin.
The pseudostratified columnar epithelium of the bronchi in smokers may transform into stratified squamous epithelium. This is an example of_________.
replacement
Muscular dystrophy is characterized by
replacement of muscle tissue by connective tissue.
When the voltage of a plasma membrane shifts from +35 mV towards 0 mV, the neuron is_________.
repolarizing
Muscles exhibit the property of excitability. This means that the muscle
responds to stimulation by the nervous system.
Nerve cells generate electrical signals in response to changes in the environment. This is an example of _________.
responsiveness
A pivot joint
restricts movement to rotation.
Multiple wave summation
results in complete and incomplete tetanus.
The sleep/wake cycle is influenced by the_________.
reticular formation
The main fibrous layer of the dermis is the_________.
reticular layer
Neurons arranged in a circular pathway form_________.
reverberating circuits
In a negative feedback mechanism, the response of the effector
reverses the original stimulus.
The muscles that hold the humeral head within the glenoid cavity are collectively called the_________.
rotator cuff
A cell that produces many proteins for secretion would have large numbers of
rough ER and Golgi apparatus.
Spinal nerves exiting the spinal cord from the level of L4 to S4 form the_________ plexus.
sacral
A vertical plane that separates the body into right and left portions is called a _________ plane.
sagittal
When a person sits on a hard surface for a period of time, his foot or leg may "go to sleep." This sensation is the result of compressing the_________ nerve.
sciatic
Glaucoma is a state of elevated pressure within the eye that occurs when the_________ is obstructed so the aqueous humor is not reabsorbed as fast as it is secreted.
scleral venous sinus
Receptors that in general do not produce an action potential, but can release neurotransmitters in response to a receptor potential are_________ receptors.
secondary
If an animal has had its cerebrum removed, it cannot_________.
see
Sensory receptors for balance are found in the_________.
semicircular canals
When you spin while sitting in a swivel chair with your eyes closed, you can sense this movement by means of your_________.
semicircular ducts
The superior olivary nucleus
sends efferent impulses that inhibit all hair cells not vibrating maximally.
A neuron that conducts pain sensations to the central nervous system would be classified as a/an_________.
sensory or afferent neuron
The type of membrane that protects internal organs from friction is a_________ membrane.
serous
The portion of the hair that extends above the surface of the skin is the_________.
shaft
Maureen is hiking in the cold, and to maintain homeostasis her body begins to
shiver
Maureen is hiking in the cold, and to maintain homeostasis her body begins to
shiver.
The parasympathetic nervous system is characterized by
short postganglionic axons near the organs they innervate.
A tennis player with a torn rotator cuff has an injured_________.
shoulder
The subscapular and subacromial bursa are associated with the_________ joint.
shoulder
The anatomical arm refers to the part of the upper limb from the
shoulder to the elbow.
Astronauts in zero gravity are able to move food through their digestive tracts because
smooth muscle produces waves of contractions that propel material through the digestive tract.
Depolarization of the plasma membrane occurs when there is a rapid influx (inflow) ofrev: 04_14_2020_QC_CS-208265
sodium ions.
The three forms of matter are
solids, liquids, and gases.
Substances dissolved in the liquid portion of a solution are called_________.
solutes
Blood contains NaCl, protein, and cells. The NaCl is in a/an_________, the protein is in a/an_________, and the cells are in a_________.
solution; colloid; suspension
If you feel someone touch you on the shoulder, the person has stimulated a/an_________ sense.
somatic
More sound volume is perceived when
sound wave amplitude increases.
When two action potentials arrive simultaneously at two different presynaptic terminals that synapse with the same postsynaptic neuron,
spatial summation occurs.
In an ascending pathway, axons of the secondary neuron travel from the
spinal cord through the brainstem to the thalamus.
The sensory cells for hearing are located in the_________.
spiral organ (organ of Corti)
A tissue functions to provide protection for an exposed surface. This tissue is most likely_________.
stratified squamous epithelial tissue
Subcutaneous tissue contains of all of the following EXCEPT_________.
stratified squamous epithelial tissue
The epidermis of the skin is composed of
stratified squamous epithelium.
The layer of epidermis that undergoes mitosis and forms new epidermal cells is the_________.
stratum basale
The layer of the epidermis in which there is the greatest amount of mitotic activity is the_________.
stratum basale
The epidermal layer found only in thick skin is_________.
stratum lucidum
Structurally, the simplest reflex is the_________.
stretch reflex
A muscle that is not consciously controlled and has a banded appearance would be described as
striated involuntary.
A sarcomere is the
structural and functional unit of the skeletal muscle fiber.
An inflammation of one of the ciliary glands of the eyelashes is called a_________.
sty
Cerebrospinal fluid fills the_________.
subarachnoid space
A subcutaneous injection delivers medication into the_________.
subcutaneous layer
The_________ is a major site of lipid storage in the body.
subcutaneous layer
Preganglionic fibers from the thoracic and lumbar segments of the spinal cord are part of the_________ division of the ANS.
sympathetic
The_________ division of the ANS functions mainly to prepare the body for energy-expending, stressful situations.
sympathetic
Chain ganglia are part of the_________.
sympathetic branch of the ANS
Damage to a_________ would result in lack of sympathetic control of the heart.
sympathetic nerve
The epiphyseal plate of a growing bone is actually a temporary joint called a_________.
synchondrosis
The least movable joints are_________ joints.
synostosis
When two bones grow together across a joint to form a single bone, this is called a_________.
synostosis
Most of the joints in the appendicular skeleton are_________ joints.
synovial
The most movable joints are_________ joints.
synovial
The type of membrane that lines freely movable joints is a_________ membrane.
synovial
The inability to produce the fluid that keeps most joints moist indicates a disorder of the
synovial membrane.
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synthesizes RNA from DNA.
Sensory structures that detect taste are_________.
taste buds
The cerebrum develops from the embryonic region called the_________.
telencephalon
The fasciculus gracilis and fasciculus cuneatus would help us
tell if an object is rough or smooth.
Free nerve endings respond to
temperature change and pain.
The auditory cortex is located in the_________.
temporal lobe
The lateral fissure separates the_________ from the rest of the cerebrum
temporal lobe
The sensation of hearing occurs when sensory impulses from the ears are transmitted to the auditory cortex in the_________ lobe from the_________ nerve.
temporal; vestibulocochlear
In hyperpolarization
tend to diffuse out of the cell.
Collagenous fibers are very abundant in_________.
tendons, ligaments, and the deeper portion of the skin
At birth the hairs of the scalp, eyelids, and eyebrows are replaced by coarser pigmented hairs called_________ hairs.
terminal
Parasympathetic ganglia are called_________ ganglia.
terminal
A sustained muscle contraction is known as_________.
tetanus
Most sensory input that ascends through the spinal cord and brainstem projects to the_________.
thalamus
The interthalamic adhesion connects the two portions of the_________.
thalamus
In order for muscle relaxation to occur,
the active sites on actin must be blocked.
Oxygen deficit represents
the amount of that cells need to replenish ATP supplies after exercise.
A cell is
the basic structural unit of living organisms.
In a syndesmosis
the bones are held together by ligaments called interosseous membranes.
The limbic system involves various neural connections between_________.
the cerebrum and diencephalon
Projection fibers will connect
the cerebrum to other parts of the brain and the spinal cord.
To focus on objects closer than 20 feet,
the ciliary muscles must contract.
Gray matter on the surface of the brain is called_________.
the cortex
Damage to the pulmonary plexus that result in breathing rates that are normal or increased, but never decreased below normal indicates
the damage is most likely of the parasympathetic fibers.
The two divisions of the ANS have antagonistic effects on each of the following EXCEPT
the diameter of the blood vessels in skeletal muscles
As an object moves closer to the eye,
the eyes rotate medially.
Kinetic energy is
the form of energy that actually does work.
Increased strength of a trained muscle is due to
the nervous system's ability to recruit a large number of motor units simultaneously.
A cell can meet increased energy demands by an increase in
the number of mitochondria.
In the sympathetic division of the ANS,
the preganglionic cell body is located in the lateral horn of the spinal cord.
Excitation-contraction coupling begins with
the production of an action potential in the sarcolemma.
Chemical synapses are characterized by
the release of neurotransmitter by the presynaptic terminal.
Isotopes of the same element have
the same atomic number but differ in their mass numbers.
A neutral atom contains
the same number of electrons and protons.
The Roman numeral assigned to each cranial nerve reflect
the sequence from anterior to posterior in which they emerge from the brain.
The primary structure of a protein is
the sequence of amino acids in the polypeptide chain.
The visceral pleura is
the serous membrane that covers the lungs.
The parietal peritoneum is
the serous membrane that lines the abdominal and pelvic cavities.
The various types of epithelium are classified by
the shape of cells and number of cell layers.
The main factor affecting depth of focus is_________.
the size of the pupil
Smooth muscle is regulated by all of the following except
the somatic nervous system.
The cerebral gyri increase
the surface area of the cortex.
The cerebral aqueduct connects
the third ventricle to the fourth ventricle.
A person who has damage to the basilar membrane nearest the oval window would likely not be able to hear
the tweeting of small birds.
Superficial pain is highly localized, but visceral pain is diffuse because
the viscera has fewer mechanoreceptors which give location information.
Due to the pattern of innervation of skeletal muscle, one would expect that
there are fewer motor neurons than skeletal muscle fibers.
The plasma membrane of an excitable cell is more permeable to K+ because
there are more leak ion channels for K+ than Na+.
In short-term memory,
there is increased synaptic activity by long-term potentiation.
Because the stretch reflexes can be traced back along certain spinal nerve routes,
they are helpful when determining at what level of the spinal cord damage may have occurred.
All of the following are typical characteristics of neurotransmitters except
they are released into the bloodstream before reaching the postsynaptic cell.
The vagus nerve carries parasympathetic impulses to the_________.
thoracic and abdominal viscera
A muscle fiber will respond to a stimulus when that stimulus reaches the_________ level.
threshold
In order for local potentials to trigger an action potential, the membrane must reach a level called the_________.
threshold
The gastrocnemius muscle is most likely to be innervated by the_________ nerve.
tibial
The sciatic nerve is composed of the
tibial nerve and the common fibular nerve.
Maggie has her wisdom teeth removed, and later has difficulty with chewing and cannot feel sensations to the side of her face. This is likely caused by the numbing of the _________ nerve.
trigeminal
When you walk up behind someone and tap their right shoulder, they will reflexively
turn their head toward the right.
There are_________ enlargements of the spinal cord where nerves supplying the extremities enter and leave.
two
The external ear terminates at the_________.
tympanic membrane
When a person hits their "funny bone," they cause temporary damage to the_________ nerve.
ulnar
The newest taste to be described is_________.
umami
Wernicke area is necessary for
understanding and formulating coherent speech.
True or False? Positive feedback mechanisms are more commonly seen in _________ individuals.
unhealthy
Cartilaginous joints
unite two bones by means of fibrocartilage or hyaline cartilage.
Reflexes involved in maintaining homeostasis may involve the_________ nerve.
vagus
Two tracts found within the extrapyramidal system are the_________.
vestibulospinal and rubrospinal
The pain a person experiences with acute appendicitis results from stimulating nerve endings called_________.
visceroreceptors
Albinism in which there is an absence of melanin pigment would affect the individual's
visual acuity and prevent scattering of light inside the eye.
The condition involving the development of white patches on the skin caused by the loss of melanocytes is_________.
vitiligo
When a sperm cell comes into contact with an egg cell, there is a change in the electrical charge across the plasma membrane and various channel proteins close. These channels would be called_________ channels.
voltage-gated
Channels that open or close in response to changes in the electrical charge or voltage across the plasma membrane are called
voltage-gated ion channels.
Multiunit smooth muscle is located in the
wall of blood vessels.
In the inflammatory response, clotting proteins form a clot. This action
walls off foreign particles and microbes.
Tears
wash foreign objects away from the eye.
A research group is monitoring a series of reactions and have determined it is most likely a hydrolysis reaction because the number of_________.
water molecules decreased
An individual hydrogen bond in a sample of water would be described as
weak and intermolecular.
Osteoarthritis usually is caused by
wear and tear of the joint.
Aerobic respiration
yields as many as 36 ATP per glucose molecule metabolized.