a and p exam
Which of these statements best describes an element?
An element is composed of identical atoms.
The prefix ante- means
"before."
which cell structure forms an internal framework inside the cell and is made of microtubules, intermediate filaments, and microfilaments
cytoskeleton
Tendons and ligaments are classified as ________.
dense connective (regular fibrous) tissue
tightly packed collagen fibers like tendons and ligaments
dense connective tissue
Each organ system is composed of several organs. In which system is the esophagus found?
digestive
esophagus, large intestine, rectum
digestive system
The system that controls and coordinates the body using hormones is the ________.
endocrine system
Which organ system is the slow-acting control system of the body?
endocrine system
controls the body by means of chemicals called hormones
endocrine system
thyroid, thymus, pituitary
endocrine system
body coverings, have a free surface and a basement membrane
epithelial
Which type of tissue is most likely to repair itself if injured?
epithelial tissue
What type of tissue has cells that are tightly packed, sits on a basement membrane, is avascular, and is easily regenerated?
epithelium
used as shock absorbing material in the vertebral column and knee joints
fibrocartilage connective tissue
precursor of all the bones tissue; found in respiratory system
hyaline cartilage connective tissue
The body region located below the stomach is the ________ region.
hypogastric
What is the first stage to occur during tissue repair (wound healing)?
inflammation
Which system covers the external surface of the body and protects deeper tissues?
integumentary system
Which of these is an organ of the urinary system?
kidney
houses cells involved in the body's immune response
lymphatic system
lymph nodes, spleen, lymphatic vessels
lymphatic system
What necessary function does muscle contraction contribute to the human body?
movement
The skeletal muscles that contract and shorten to move the bones form the ________ system.
muscular
contracts to produce movement
muscular tissue
conduct impulses
nervous tissue
After a heart attack, the heart's ability to pump is lessened. This is because __________.
non-functional scar tissue replaces functional muscle tissue.
Which of the following activities represents a physiological study?
observing how the heart contracts to pump blood
Which of the following is visible when viewing the anterior of a human body in anatomical position?
patellar region
What subatomic particle or particles have a mass of 1, a charge of +1, and are located in the nucleus of an atom?
proton
Damaged tissues that are repaired by the same kind of cells experience a replacement process known as ________.
regeneration
responsible for creating offspring
reproductive system
uterus, ovaries, vagina
reproductive system
. includes the trachea, bronchi, and lungs
respiratory system
Which system is most dependent on a normal atmospheric pressure?
respiratory system
trachea, bronchi, alveoli
respiratory system
netlike collection of cells that support certain organs
reticular connective tissue
goblet cells are found in
simple columnar epithelium
A tissue constructed of a single layer of flattened cells is known as ________.
simple squamous epithelium
What tissue is specialized for the rapid diffusion of gases and nutrients across its cells?
simple squamous epithelium
Which of these is an example of kinetic energy?
skeletal muscles contracting as a person lifts weights
bones, cartilages, ligaments
skeletal system
protects and supports body organs; provides a framework for muscular action
skeletal system
________ muscle tissue has no visible striations and is found in the walls of hollow organs.
smooth
The type of muscle found in the walls of hollow organs, such as the stomach, and in the walls of blood vessels is ________.
smooth muscle
The type of muscle found in the walls of hollow organs, such as the stomach, and in the walls of blood vessels is:
smooth muscle
which of the following epithelial tissues is composed of many layers of cells
stratified squamous epithelium
The main function of the respiratory system is to ________.
supply the body with oxygen and remove carbon dioxide
The last step in the process of tissue regeneration is
surface epithelium regenerates
Which of these body parts is distal to the crural region?
tarsal region
Which type of tissue is situated in the lining of the urinary bladder and urethra where stretching occurs?
transitional epithelium
A ________ plane takes a cross-section of the body.
transverse
rids the body of nitrogen-containing wastes
urinary system
responsible for breaking down food and absorbing nutrients
digestive system
Which of these determines the chemical behavior of an atom?
electrons in the valence shell
external body covering
integumentary system
skin, nails, hair
integumentary system
The skin prevents the loss of body fluids from evaporation. Which function necessary for life does this describe?
maintaining boundaries
Some neoplasms are benign while others are malignant. Which of the following descriptions is true for a malignant neoplasm?
may become a killer due to relentless growth
How would you classify chewing food, a type of movement that directly involves the use of energy to move matter?
mechanical
Irritability and conductivity are the two major functional characteristics of ________.
nervous tissue
Groups of cells that are similar in both structure and function are known as ________.
tissues
What accounts for 60 to 80 percent of the body's weight, depending on the age of the individual?
water
Identify the type of connective tissue that is found in lymph nodes, the spleen, and bone marrow.
reticular connective tissue
identify the connective tissue that is found in lymph nodes, the spleen, and bone marrow
reticular connective tissue
Identify the type of connective tissue that is found in lymph nodes, the spleen, and bone marrow
reticular connective tissues
Which of the following is NOT considered a nutrient?
water
Which type of tissue is insulated, supported, and protected by neuroglia?
Nervous tissue
What is the major function of the lymphatic system?
Return leaked fluids back to the cardiovascular system, so there is enough blood to circulate
The prefix trans- means
across, through
________ connective tissue is commonly called fat.
adipose
fat, stores energy or provides cushioning for organs
adipose connective tissue
The study of the structure and shape of the body and its parts and their relationships to one another is called ________.
anatomy
The body region located in front of the elbow is the ______ region.
antecubital
Matter is best described as ________.
anything that occupies space and has mass
loose connective tissue found in the outer coverings of organs
areolar connective tissue
The prefix brachi- means
arm
Due to the cast placed on her broken leg, Kinsley's muscles have decreased in size. Which term best describes how her muscles have been affected?
atrophy
The prefix hypo- means
below
The major organs of the skeletal system are the ________.
bones, cartilages, and joints
The main artery in the arm is called the _______ artery.
brachial
Sometimes an abnormal cell mass can develop in the human body. It can take control of the cell cycle, and cell division can malfunction. Which of the following does NOT describe all neoplasms?
cancer
Which type of muscle is characterized by the presence of striations and intercalated discs?
cardiac muscle
The heart and blood vessels are the primary organs of the ________ system.
cardiovascular
arteries, veins, heart
cardiovascular system
includes arteries and veins
cardiovascular system
the presence of chondrocytes indicates that a tissue is
cartiladge
Which of the following is the smallest unit of all living things?
cell
most abundant, protect, support, and bind
connective
A large amount of extracellular material is a characteristic of which type of tissue?
connective tissue
Which of the following is not a hallmark feature of epithelial tissues?
Epithelial tissues are well vascularized.
Damaged tissues that are repaired by the same kind of cells experience a replacement process known as
regeneration
What forms the hard matrix of osseous tissue (bone)?
Calcium salts
The presence of chondrocytes indicates that a tissue is ________.
cartilage
Which type of connective tissue is avascular?
cartilage
What organ system is responsible for breaking down food into molecules that can be absorbed by the body?
digestive system
Which of these characteristics best describes cardiac muscle tissue:
movement is involuntary and cells possess striations
responsible for movement
muscular system
coordinates all other body systems
nervous system