Anatomy & Physiology Chp. 1

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What is a horizontal section through the body, dividing it into superior and inferior regions called? A) transverse B) sagittal C) median D) frontal

transverse

Choose the following statement that is not completely correct regarding serous membranes. A) Serous membranes are divided into parietal and visceral membranes with a virtual space between the two. B) Visceral pericardium covers the outer surface of the heart, and parietal pericardium lines the internal walls of the heart. C) Serosa are very thin, double-layered structures. D)Serous membranes secrete a watery lubricating fluid.

Visceral pericardium covers the outer surface of the heart, and parietal pericardium lines the internal walls of the heart.

Homeostasis is the condition in which the body maintains ________. A) the lowest possible energy usage B) a dynamic state within an unlimited range, depending on circumstances C) a static state with no deviation from preset points D) a relatively stable internal environment, within limits

a relatively stable internal environment, within limits

The dorsal body cavity is the site of which of the following? A) intestines B) brain C) liver D) lungs

brain

The part of the serous membrane that lines the peritoneal cavity wall is called visceral peritoneum. A) True B) False

false

What is a vertical section through the body, dividing it into anterior and posterior regions called? A) transverse B) sagittal C) median D) frontal

frontal

The study of large body structures, visible to the naked eye, such as the heart is called ________ anatomy. A) microscopic B) systemic C) developmental D) gross

gross

The parietal pleura would represent a serous membrane ________. A) covering individual lungs B) lining the thoracic cavity C) lining the abdominal cavity D) covering the heart

linng the thoacic cavity

It is wise to study anatomy alongside with physiology because ________. A) it makes for more efficient use of students' and teachers' time B) physiology is only explainable in terms of the underlying anatomy C) to understand anatomy requires complete understanding of physiology D) anatomy and physiology are practically the same thing

physiology is only explainable in terms of the underlying anatomy

Some of the nerve endings in the skin are sensitive to changes in temperature. They are part of a negative feedback mechanism regulating body temperature. These nerve endings represent a(n) ________ in the negative feedback mechanism. A) effector B) homeostatic balance or "ideal" value C) control center D) receptor

receptor

What is a vertical section through the body, dividing it into left and right regions called? A) transverse B) sagittal C) median D) frontal

sagittal

Which of these is not part of the dorsal cavity? A) vertebral cavity B) thoracic cavity C) cranial cavity D) spinal cord

thoracic cavity


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