Chapter 9, 11 & 17

Put the following methods of contraception in order from most effective to least effective: 1. hormone pill 2. female condom 3. spermicide 4. male condom 1,2,3,4 4,3,2,1 2,3,4,1 3,2,4,1 1,4,2,3

1,4,2,3

According to the BMI chart, a healthy BMI is in the range of 18.5 to 24.9. 25 to 29.9. 30 or higher. 40 or higher. 50 or higher.

18.5 to 24.9

Which molecule is secreted from the peritubular capillary network into the convoluted tubules? water salt H+ nutrients plasma proteins

H+

Which substance is removed from the blood during tubular secretion? H+ Na+ Aldosterone water Cl-

H+

Which of the following STDs is caused by a virus? gonorrhea chlamydia HIV/AIDS syphilis vaginitis

HIV/AIDS

Why does glucose appear in the urine of a diabetic? The volume of urine is too great to filter. No glucose is filtered into the glomerular filtrate. The kidneys produce glucose in diabetes. The carriers for glucose reabsorption reach their maximum rate of transport. The ascending limb of the loop of Henle secretes glucose into the urine.

The carriers for glucose reabsorption reach their maximum rate of transport

Today, physicians and dentists are concerned that gum disease is linked to ___________. neurological disorders peritonitis vitamin deficiencies cardiovascular disease asthma

cardiovascular disease

When does the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle (nonpregnant) occur? days 1-5 days 1-13 days 6-13 day 14 days 15-28

days 1-13

Menstruation occurs during what days of the uterine cycle? days 1-5 days 1-13 days 6-13 days 15-28 days 28-32

days 1-5

Which of the following is not found in/on the tongue? muscle dentin taste buds mucous membrane sensory receptors

dentin

The main symptoms of lactose intolerance are internal bleeding and headaches. dehydration and itching. diarrhea and itching. diarrhea and bloating. shortness of breath and bloating.

diarrhea and bloating

What is contained within the polar body? discarded chromosomes sperm cells corpus luteum egg cell primary follicle

discarded chromosomes

Which of the following is not associated with the stomach? alcohol absorption gastric glands rugae duodenum pepsin

duodenum

Which of the following is not a metabolic waste product? urea erythropoietin ammonia creatinine uric acid

erythropoietin

Which of the following are not found in the testes? follicle Sertoli cells spermatozoa seminiferous tubules interstitial cells

follicle

What is the major function of the colon? digestion/absorption form feces churning foodstuffs passageway only eliminate iron

form feces

During IVF, where does conception occur? in the vagina in the uterus in the oviducts in the laboratory in the fimbr

in the laboratory

Which assisted reproductive technology involves the maturation and fertilization of the egg within laboratory glassware and then 2 - 4 days later the embryo is transferred back into the uterus? In vitro fertilization Gamete intrafallopian transfer Artificial insemination Surrogate mother Intracytoplasmic sperm injection

in vitro fertilization

Which of the following forms of birth control is a small piece of molded plastic that does not allow the fertilized embryo to implant? diaphragm cervical cap intrauterine device cervical shield female condom

intrauterine device

A deficiency in which mineral leads to thyroid deficiency? iodine copper zinc selenium manganese

iodine

Why is bile a yellowish-greenish color? It contains pancreatic juices. It contains bilirubin. It contains biliverdin. It contains chlorophyll. It contains cholesterol.

it contains bilirubin

Which accessory organ of the digestive system will process and store nutrients as well as producing bile for emulsification? liver gallbladder pancreas stomach small intestine

liver

What is the normal pH of blood? neutral slightly basic slightly acidic extremely basic extremely acidic

slightly basic

Which of the following is not considered an accessory organ of the digestive system liver salivary glands small intestines pancreas gallbladder

small intestine

Muscles that encircle tubes and act as circular valves are called frenula. sphincters. cannula. anastomoses. buccinators.

sphincters

Pepsin is an enzyme that digests proteins at acidic pH. Therefore, it must act in the stomach. small intestine. mouth. large intestine. esophagus.

stomach

In CAPD, what serves as the dialysis membrane? the walls of the blood vessels a filter inside the instrument the kidneys themselves the peritoneum the pleural membrane

the peritoneum

In the analogy where the liver is like the sewage treatment plant, the kidneys are like the trucks that take the waste out of town. the people who produce the waste. trash cans where the waste is stored. the trucks that carry the waste from the people who produce it to the treatment plant. trucks that produce the waste.

the trucks that take the waste out of town

How many openings (inputs and outputs) are there in the urinary bladder? one two three four five

three

Why is the dialysate continually replaced in hemodialysis? to maintain a favorable concentration gradient with the blood because it is easily infected because it enters the body and is absorbed because it is lost by urination because it biodegrades rapidly

to maintain a favorabel concentration gradient with the blood

Which of the following is not a function of the digestive system? to ingest food to digest food into small nutrients so that the molecules can pass through membranes to absorb nutrient molecules to eliminate indigestible remains to protect against pathogens

to protect against pathogens

Which STD is characterized by a foul-smelling, yellow-green frothy discharge and itching of the vulva/vagina? yeast infection trichomoniasis gonorrhea genital warts genital herpes

trichomonaisis

How is penicillin removed from the blood? glomerular filtration tubular secretion tubular reabsorption phagocytosis passive transport

tubular secretion

Which molecule is reabsorbed less than 50% during tubular reabsorption? urea water sodium glucose amino acids

urea

The renal pelvis is continuous with the renal cortex. bladder. urethra. ureter. nephrons.

ureter

Which of the following is not part of a nephron? glomerular capsule proximal convoluted tubule loop of Henle collecting duct ureter

ureter

Which of the following is not involved in achieving and maintaining an erection? nitrous oxide cGMP smooth muscle blood urethra

urethra

Which part of the urinary system is shared with the reproductive system in males? bladder ureters kidneys urethra renal pelvis

urethra

Which structure of the male reproductive system is also part of the urinary system? bulbourethral gland prostate gland urethra vas deferens testes

urethra

Which of the following will not reduce dietary lipids? Remove skin from poultry. Broil rather than fry. Use butter instead of herbs and spices. Use lemon juice instead of salad dressing. Avoid packaged foods that contain hydrogenated fats.

use butter instead of herbs and spices

Which of the following parts of the female reproductive system is not present in pairs? uterus ovary oviduct fimbriae uterine tube

uterus

The fleshy extension of the soft palate is known as the epiglottis. uvula. pharynx. adenoid. cecum.

uvula

What causes genital warts? bacteria virus fungi parasite molds

virus

Which vitamin is fat soluble? vitamin C vitamin E vitamin B6 vitamin B12 biotin

vitamin E

When does the reproductive system begin to function fully? at birth before puberty when puberty is complete when there has been intercourse after menopause

when puberty is complete

About 90% of people suffering from anorexia nervosa are young men. older women. young women. older men. seniors

young women

Meiosis is to gametes as fertilization is to zygote. chromosome. egg. sperm. mitosis.

zygote

How are excretion and defecation alike? Both are carried out by the urinary system. Both eliminate waste from the body. Both are carried out by the digestive system. Both involve the kidneys. Both involve the colon.

Both eliminate waste from the body

If you do not drink enough water, which hormone will the hypothalamus produce to regulate urine production? renin ADH ANH aldosterone diuretics

ADH

If your blood pressure is high because of increased blood volume, what hormone will correct this? renin ADH ANH aldosterone testosterone

ANH

What type of hepatitis is usually acquired through blood transfusions or sexual contact? B A C D E

B

What is the relationship between Crohn's disease and inflammatory bowel disease? Crohn's disease is one of the most common inflammatory bowel diseases. Inflammatory bowel disease is a type of Crohn's disease. They are two separate diseases but both affect only the colon. In Crohn's disease, the colon is affected, but in inflammatory bowel disease only the small intestine is affected. In Crohn's disease, small pouches form in the muscularis, while in inflammatory bowel disease, inflammation occurs throughout the digestive tract.

Crohn's disease is one of the most common inflammatory bowel diseases

Approximately 99% of the water that is filtered in the glomerulus is reabsorbed. True False

True

Constipation can be treated by adding fiber to the diet. True False

True

Females undergo puberty earlier than males. True False

True

If the secondary oocyte is not fertilized, it never finishes meiosis. True False

True

Smooth muscles in the stomach are capable of mechanical digestion. True False

True

Sperm cannot develop at body temperature (37 degrees Celsius). True False

True

Swallowing consists of both a voluntary phase and a reflex action. True False

True

The kidneys are much more powerful than the acid-base buffer and the respiratory center mechanisms in controlling blood pH. True False

True

The kidneys convert vitamin D and thereby assist calcium homeostasis. True False

True

The kidneys interact with every other organ system of the human body in maintaining homeostasis. True False

True

The oviducts are not attached to the ovaries. True False

True

The secretions of digestive juices are controlled by the nervous system as well as by digestive hormones. True False

True

The small intestine is longer than the large intestine. True False

True

The stomach is bounded on both ends by a sphincter. True False

True

The urethra is controlled by two sphincters, one composed of smooth muscle and one composed of skeletal muscle. True False

True

The urinary and reproductive systems in the female are entirely separate. True False

True

There is a hormone produced by the stomach that feeds back and acts on the stomach. True False

True

Tubular reabsorption requires both passive and active modes of reabsorption. True False

True

When a nutrition label states that something has "0" grams of trans fat, this might not mean there are no trans fats in the food. True False

True

What is located within the glomerular capsule? the renal cortex the loop of Henle several collecting ducts a knot of capillaries the peritubular capillary network

a knot of capillaries

Which form of birth control is 100% effective? abstinence natural family planning male condom birth control pills hormone patch

abstinence

What is one of the earliest signs of nephron damage? burning upon urination extreme pain albumin or formed elements in the urine the absence of urination edema

albumin or formed elements in the urine

Which substances regulate the reabsorption of sodium and water in the distal convoluted tubule? creatinine and renin renin and aquaporin aquaporin and aldosterone aldosterone and renin creatinine and aldosterone

aldosterone and renin

What structure is present within a follicle? the labia mucus-secreting glands an oocyte the clitoris vaginal cleft

an oocyte

The inner medulla of the kidney is ____________ to the loop of Henle and therefore water leaves the loop at the descending limb and collecting duct. isotonic hypertonic hypotonic balanced none of these.

hypertonic

Which of the following is not a region of the kidney? hypothalamus cortex medulla pelvis collecting ducts

hypothalamus

During implantation, the zygote has formed into a blastocyst and can be found in the endometrium. in the oviduct. in the abdominal cavity. in the labium majora. in the labium minora.

in the endometrium

The product(s) of meiosis I in oogenesis is/are a primary oocyte. a secondary oocyte. a polar body. 1 primary oocyte and 1 polar body. 1 secondary oocyte and 1 polar body.

1 secondary oocyte and 1 polar body

How many chromosomes does a sperm contain? 1 23 24 46 48

23

List the three processes involved in the formation of urine in order. 1. tubular secretion; 2. tubular reabsorption; 3. glomerular filtration 1,2,3 3,2,1 1,3,2 2,3,1 2,1,3

3,2,1

Place the parts of the nephron in order of how filtration would occur. 1. ascending limb of loop; 2. descending limb of loop; 3. proximal convoluted tubule; 4. glomerulus; 5. collecting duct; 6. distal convoluted tubule 4,3,2,1,6,5 1,2,3,4,5,6 2,1,6,4,3,5 1,2,4,3,6,5 6,4,1,2,3,5

4,3,2,1,6,5

How much does the uterus stretch in order to accommodate a growing fetus? 2 times normal 3 times normal 4 times normal 5 times normal 6 times normal

6 times normal

Which of the following hepatitis viruses is normally transmitted through contaminated drinking water? A B C D G

A

Why is it necessary to include some carbohydrates in the diet? Carbohydrates are considered a "complete" nutrient. Some carbohydrates contain essential fatty acids. Some carbohydrates contain essential amino acids. Carbohydrates are the only source of energy for the body. Brain cells require glucose.

Brain cells require glucose

A diet rich in what vitamins may reduce the chance of free radicals that can cause health problems? C and B12 C, E, and A D and C D, C, and E B12, C, and E

C, E, and A

Which of the following is a digestive hormone that causes the liver to increase its production of bile and the gallbladder to release stored bile? GIP CCK HCl ATP NAD

CCK

Which of the following hormones is mismatched with its function? GnRH--stimulates the anterior pituitary Testosterone--brings about male secondary sexual characteristics FSH--stimulates the hypothalamus LH--controls the production of testosterone Inhibin--blocks GnRH and FSH secretion

FSH--stimulates the hypothalamas

A nephron is a two-way system with glomerular filtrate traveling back and forth within the nephron. True False

False

A tubal ligation consists of cutting and sealing the vas deferens so that sperm are unable to reach the seminal fluid. True False

False

ANH is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and secreted by the posterior pituitary. True False

False

After running a marathon, it is best to drink water to restore what was lost due to heavy sweating. True False

False

All of the accessory organs of the digestive system send secretions to the small intestine. True False

False

All of the body systems in humans are the same in males and females. True False

False

All of the cells in the body, except for sperm and eggs, have 46 chromosomes. True False

False

Bacterial vaginosis is always caused by sexual transmission. True False

False

Each nephron has its own collecting duct. True False

False

If fertilization occurs, the progesterone levels fall to almost zero. True False

False

Parts of the nephron are lined with epithelial cells containing large numbers of mitochondria to assist in diffusion. True False

False

STDs caused by viruses can be effectively treated with antibiotics. True False

False

Substances that are nonfilterable in the glomerulus exit the nephron through the afferent arteriole. True False

False

The BMI is useful because it tells you how much of your weight is due to adipose tissue regardless of your fitness, bone structure, or gender. True False

False

The gallbladder produces bile. True False

False

The glottis closes off the larynx so the bolus of food enters the esophagus and not the trachea. True False

False

The kidneys excrete metabolic wastes, including urea, a by-product of glucose metabolism. True False

False

The kidneys help to maintain blood pressure by monitoring the pH of the blood. True False

False

The pH of the vagina is basic because that is the pH sperm prefer. True False

False

The placenta, which sustains the developing embryo and fetus, originates only from maternal tissue. True False

False

The reabsorption of water in the kidneys always precedes the reabsorption of salt. True False

False

The renal pyramids are located within the renal pelvis. True False

False

The success rate for a kidney transplant from even a relative is fairly low. True False

False

The treatment available for genital herpes can cure the disease. True False

False

The urethra in females is much longer than in males. True False

False

Today, obesity is often defined as having a body mass index of 20 or greater. True False

False

While glucose is filtered out at the glomerulus, none is excreted in the urine. What happens to the glucose? It is reabsorbed at the distal convoluted tubule. It is secreted at the proximal convoluted tubule. It is reabsorbed at the proximal convoluted tubule. It is secreted at the distal convoluted tubule. It is reabsorbed from the collecting duct.

It is reabsorbed at the proximal convoluted tubule

Recent studies of an oyster-rich bay indicated a high coliform count. What should the fisheries officers do? Nothing. A high coliform count is normal. Nothing. This is good for oyster production. Shut down the bay. This is harmful to humans who eat the oysters. Shut down the bay. This is harmful to the oysters. Nothing. A high coliform count would be beneficial to humans who ate the oysters.

Shut down the bay. This is harmful to humans who eat the oysters

How does GIFT differ from IVF? The sperm come from a stranger. The eggs and sperm are placed in the oviducts immediately after being brought together. A woman is contracted and paid to carry the baby. A single sperm is injected into an egg. Fertility drugs are used to obtain the eggs.

The eggs and sperm are placed in the oviducts immediately after being brought together

Why does urine have an acidic pH? The kidneys filter and excrete H+ from the blood. The kidneys produce H+ in the process of filtering the blood. The blood has an acidic pH and the kidneys produce urine similar to the pH of the blood. There is a high concentration of HCl acid in the urine producing an acidic substance. The kidneys absorb H+ ions and excrete bicarbonate ions.

The kidneys filter and excrete H+ from the blood

Which of the following is a protist that causes an STD? Chlamydia trachomatis Neisseria gonorrhoeae Trichomonas vaginalis Candida albicans Gardnerella vaginosis

Trichomonas vaginalis

A zygote contains 46 chromosomes. True False

True

An enlarged prostate gland can lead to kidney stones in males. True False

True

Which of the enzyme-substrate pairings is incorrect? Nuclease-DNA Lipase-fat Pepsin-protein Amylase-starch Trypsin-carbohydrates

Trypsin-carbohydrates

The dentist explained that dental caries are caused by bacteria within the mouth metabolizing fatty acids. yeast within the mouth metabolizing fatty acids. bacteria within the mouth metabolizing proteins. bacteria within the mouth metabolizing sugar. enzymes within the mouth metabolizing sugars.

bacteria within the mouth metabolizing sugar

Following ovulation, the follicle becomes the corpus luteum and produces sex hormones. disappears immediately. becomes a vesicular or Graafian follicle. becomes a secondary follicle containing a secondary oocyte. becomes a polar body.

becomes the corpus luteum and produces sex hormones

What serves as an emulsifying agent for fats in the small intestine? lipase bile amylase pepsin maltase

bile

Which of the following is not produced by the pancreas? bile sodium bicarbonate amylase trypsin lipase

bile

Which of the following is not part of the male reproductive system? testes bladder epididymides prostate gland urethra

bladder

Which of the following organs of the urinary system is the storage area for urine? bladder kidney ureter renal pelvis urethra

bladder

The process of digestion includes breakdown of food particles by enzymes. physically making food smaller and easier to handle. churning of food in the muscular stomach. hydrolysis of nutrients. Both answer choices B and C are correct.

both answer choices B and C are correct

Which of the following contributes to the semen? bulbourethral gland epididymides urethra penis vas deferens

bulbourthral gland

Which of the following is necessary for strong bones and teeth, nerve conduction, muscle contraction, and blood clotting? calcium iron magnesium sodium sulfur

calcium

Chad was concerned about eating foods with a high glycemic index because these foods can cause LDL levels to increase. can cause HDL levels to decrease. can cause fatty acids to build up. can cause a rapid increase in blood glucose. can cause a sudden drop in blood glucose levels.

can cause a rapid increase in blood glucose

A "Pap test" checks for cancer of the ovary. oviduct. uterus. cervix. vagina.

cervix

All of the following are viral infections, except hepatitis. chlamydia. warts. herpes. HIV/AIDS.

chlamydia

The thick, soupy liquid of partially digested food that leaves the stomach is called bolus. pepsin. chyme. lacteal. lipase.

chyme

What is an infection of the urinary bladder called? cystitis urethritis pyelonephritis hemodialysis uremia

cystitis

Which of the following is not associated with the small intestine? many villi gastric pits brush border enzymes lacteals bile and lipase

gastric pits

Mr. Staub was rushed to the hospital because he had intense pain in his chest. After running tests on Mr. Staub it was determined that it was not suffering from a heart attack but from diverticulitis. gastroesophageal reflux disease. gingivitis. peridontitis. inflammatory bowel syndrome.

gastroesophageal reflux disease

Which of the following is part of the external genital organs of the female? cervix glans clitoris vagina ovary oviduct

glans clitoris

Why do water and small molecules move from the glomerulus into the filtrate? diffusion down the concentration gradient glomerular blood pressure active transport secretion diffusion against the concentration gradient

glomerular blood pressure

Which part of the nephron contains podocytes? distal convoluted tubule proximal convoluted tubule ascending limb of loop descending limb of loop glomerular capsule

glomerular capsule

What are the two ways substances are removed from the blood and added to the forming urine? glomerular filtration and tubular secretion glomerular filtration and tubular reabsorption tubular secretion and tubular reabsorption glomerular secretion and tubular reabsorption glomerular secretion and tubular secretion

glomerular filtration and tubular secretion

Which of the following statements is not true concerning the estrogen spike at the end of the follicular phase? It has a positive feedback effect on the hypothalamus. It has a positive feedback effect on the pituitary gland. Gonadotrophic releasing hormone from the hypothalamus decreases. It is followed by a surge of LH. It is followed by ovulation.

gonadotrophic releasing hormone from the hypothalamus decreases

What prevents food from entering the nasal cavities? tonsils mandible and maxilla hard and soft palate cheeks salivary glands

hard and soft palate

Why do some people not drink beverages with caffeine right before bedtime? It increases the flow of urine and causes you to go to the bathroom during the night. It decreases the flow of urine and can cause kidney stones. It may affect the ability to sleep but caffeine has very little effect on the urinary system. It can cause a headache if consumed late at night. It can lead to diarrhea.

it increases the flow of urine and causes you to go to the bathroom during the night

What effect does ANH have on renin? it inhibits its secretion it inhibits its production it promotes its secretion it promotes its production it produces additional hormones that accelerate the production of renin

it inhibits its secretion

What is the function of inhibin? It inhibits the secretion of GnRH. It inhibits meiosis. It inhibits the development of male secondary sexual characteristics. It binds with testosterone and inhibits it. It binds with the Sertoli cells and inhibits the production of sperm

it inihibits the secretion of GnRH

What effect does cellular respiration have on the pH of the blood? It does not affect the pH. It raises the pH. It lowers the pH. Increases the amount of hydrogen ions in the blood. Decreases the amount of hydroxide ions in the blood.

it lowers the ph

Which of the following is not a function of the liver? It helps regulate blood cholesterol levels. It secretes digestive enzymes into the small intestine. It removes iron and certain vitamins from the blood and stores them. It removes poisonous substances from the blood and detoxifies them. It produces bile.

it secretes digestive enzymes into the small intestine

Why is the pancreas both an endocrine and an exocrine gland? It secretes bile through the pancreatic duct and insulin into the blood. It secretes insulin through the pancreatic duct and bile into the blood. It secretes secretin through the pancreatic duct and insulin into the blood. It secretes pancreatic juice through the pancreatic duct and insulin into the blood. It secretes insulin through the pancreatic duct and secretin into the blood.

it secretes pancreatic juice through the pancreatic duct and insulin into the blood

The small lymphatic capillaries that reside in the small intestines and absorb fats are known as mesenteries. lacteals. gastric glands. duodenal pits. microvilli.

lacteals

What does being overweight have to do with infertility in women? Leptin levels are higher which impacts GnRH and FSH. The oviducts are blocked. Uterine tissue is located outside of the uterus causing pain and structural abnormalities. Follicles are larger than normal and many mature at one time. The uterus is displaced and the zygote has difficulty implanting.

leptin levels are higher which impacts GnRH and FSH

A serious genetic disorder known as hemochromatosis is often called the rusty organ disease and affects nearly 1.5 million Americans. The disorder causes increased absorption of intestinal iron. Which organ is responsible for iron homeostasis? brain lungs liver gallbladder spleen

liver

When Sheree opened the abdominal cavity of her preserved frog, it seemed to be filled with a dark brown organ. This is the liver. pancreas. gallbladder. stomach. large intestine.

liver

Where does spermatogenesis occur? lobules of the testes ovaries vas defernetia urethra Bulbourethral gland

lobules of the testes

What is the most frequent cause of infertility in males? low sperm count body weight pelvic inflammatory disease endometriosis tubal ligation

low sperm count

Which of the following statements is not true concerning the hormonal control over the male reproductive system? The hypothalamus secretes a hormone called gonadotropin-releasing hormone. Follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone are present in both males and females. These hormones are involved in a negative feedback relationship. Luteinizing hormone controls the production of sperm in the seminiferous tubules. The interstitial cells produce testosterone.

luteinizing hormone controls the production of sperm in the seminiferous tubules

Which of the following is not a function of the urinary system? excretion of metabolic wastes maintenance of water-salt balance maintenance of acid-base balance maintenance of hemoglobin levels secretion of hormones

maintenance of hemoglobin levels

Which of the following is not a result of estrogen? body hair distribution fat distribution breast development milk production the uterine cycle

milk production

What is the correct order of components of the digestive tract? mouth, esophagus, pharynx, small intestine, stomach, large intestine, rectum, and anus mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, large intestine, small intestine, rectum, and anus mouth, pharynx, stomach, esophagus, small intestine, rectum, large intestine, and anus mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus mouth, rectum, large intestine, small intestine, stomach, esophagus, pharynx, and anus

mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, and anus

The layers of the gastrointestinal tract wall from the inside layer outward in order are submucosa, muscularis, mucosa, serosa. serosa, submucosa, muscularis, mucosa. mucosa, submucosa, muscularis, serosa. muscularis, serosa, mucosa, submucosa. mucosa, muscularis, serosa, submucosa.

mucosa, submucosa, muscularis, serosa

What are the walls of a ureter composed of? skeletal muscle and mucous membrane mucous membrane and fibrous connective tissue mucous membrane, smooth muscle, and fibrous connective tissue skeletal muscle, fibrous connective tissue, and cartilage fibrous connective tissue, cartilage, and mucous membrane

mucous membrane, smooth muscle, and fibrous connective tissue

In order to be considered infertile, how long must a couple go without achieving pregnancy despite regular unprotected intercourse? one year six months 3 years twelve weeks thirty days

one year

Where does fertilization of the egg normally occur? ovary abdominal cavity fimbria oviduct vagina

oviduct

Which of the following does not assist the kidneys in excretion of nitrogenous wastes? liver sweat glands muscles blood pancreas

pancreas

The process that pushes food through the esophagus is called peritoneum. periosteum. peristalsis. perineum. peridontal.

peristalsis

If your appendix bursts it may lead to a life threatening condition called peritonitis. diverticulitis. rickets. osteoporosis. cirrhosis.

peritonitis

Which of the following particles are not filtered out of the blood in the glomerulus? plasma proteins water nitrogenous wastes salts nutrients

plasma proteins

Small growths arising from the epithelial lining of the colon are called cysts. villi. polyps. lacteals. wheals.

polyps

Which of the following is not a function of the genitals? produce gametes transport gametes protect zygote produce FSH and LH produce androgens/estrogens

produce FSH and LH

What is one benefit of normal flora in the large intestine? absorb iron absorb fats produce vitamin B produce bile absorb water

produce vitamin B

The collecting duct of the nephron originates in what region of the kidney and extends toward what region of the kidney? renal cortex toward the renal medulla renal cortex toward the renal pelvis renal medulla toward the renal cortex renal medulla toward the renal pelvis renal pelvis toward the renal medulla

renal cortex toward the renal pelvis

Which of the hormones involved in the regulation of water-salt balance is produced by the juxtaglomerular apparatus? aldosterone renin ADH ANH testosterone

renin

What greatly increases the capacity of the stomach? crypts lumens polyps rugae diverticula

rugae

What enzyme initiates the process of starch digestion in the mouth? salivary lipase salivary protease salivary sucrase salivary amylase salivary lactase

salivary amylase

The end result of meiosis I is spermatogonia. primary spermatocytes. secondary spermatocytes. spermatids. spermatozoa.

secondary spermatocytes

The primary function of the stomach is to break down fats. store food, churn, and begin protein digestion. absorb major nutrients. package feces. eliminate water and tissue fluid.

store food, churn, and begin protein digestion

The broad band of loose connective tissue beneath the mucosa that contains blood vessels, lymph, and nerves is called the mucosa. submucosa. muscularis. serosa. diverticulum.

submucosa

Which of the following is considered a secondary or additional function of the urinary system? synthesis of vitamin D excretion of metabolic wastes secretion of hormones maintenance of acid-base balance maintenance of water-salt balance

synthesis of vitamin D

The development of a hard chancre (an ulcerated sore with hard edges) is indication of what type of STD? hepatitis papillomavirus syphilis yeast infection gonorrhea

syphilis

The major portions of the large intestine include the duodenum, cecum, and rectum. the jejunum, colon, and anus. the cecum, colon, rectum, and anus. the colon, duodenum, cecum, and rectum. the colon, anus, duodenum, and jejunum.

the cecum, colon, rectum, and anus

During which stage of the ovarian cycle will LH spike? The ovulation phase The end of the follicular phase The luteal phase The secretory phase The proliferative phase

the end of the follicular phase

Which layer of the endometrium is the functional layer and what does it do? the innermost layer, basal layer of reproducing cells the innermost layer, grows in thickness to accommodate the pregnancy the outermost layer, basal layer of reproducing cells the outermost layer, grows in thickness to accommodate the pregnancy the middle layer is shed frequently to maintain a healthy lining for implantation

the innermost layer, grows in thickness to accommodate the pregnancy