BIO 210 Final past quizzes

The directional term that means closest to the point of attachment to the trunk is? A. distal B. cephalic C. medial D.Proximal E. dorsal

(D. Proximal)

In which areas do adult females tend to accumulate subcutaneous fat? a: Breasts b: Buttocks c: Hips d: Thighs e: Abdomen A) a, b, c, d B) b, c, d C) c, d, e D) a, b, e

A) a, b, c, d

Cells that produce new bone tissue by secreting matrix are called A. osteoblasts. B. osteoprogenitor cells. C. bone-lining cells. D. osteocytes. E. osteoclasts.

A. Osteoblasts

The replication of the DNA molecule during interphase occurs during the? A. S phase B. first gap phase C. second gap phase D. generation gap phase

A. S phase

The portion of the sphenoid bone that houses the pituitary gland is the A. sella turcica. B. pterygoid process. C. pterygoid plate. D. greater wing. E. lesser wing.

A. Sella turcica

The best term for referring to the rear or tail end is... A. Caudal B. Cephalic C. superior D. inferior E. lateral

A. caudal

During appositional growth of cartilage, the cells that produce the matrix are the A. chondroblasts. B. osteoblasts. C. chondrocytes. D. osteocytes. E. fibroblasts.

A. chondroblasts

Another name for the skin is the ________ membrane. A. cutaneous B. serous C. parietal D. visceral E. mucous

A. cutaneous

Before beginning orthodontic treatment, a patient may have her wrist and hand x-rayed to determine her stage of growth. What long bone feature will the orthodontist use to assess this? A. Epiphyseal plate B. Osteon C. Spongy bone D. Compact bone E. Periosteum

A. epiphyseal plate

The tissue type that covers surfaces and lines the inside of organs and body cavities is A. epithelial B. muscle C. connective D. nervous E. None

A. epithelial

The unit of measurement often used to measure cell size is the A. micrometer B. meter C. millimeter D. hectometer E. centimeter

A. micrometer

The walls of kidney tubules are formed by ________ epithelium, which functions in resorbing materials filtered from blood plasma such as nutrients, ions, and water. A. simple cuboidal b. stratified columnar c. stratified squamous d. simple squamous e. stratified cuboidal

A. simple cuboidal

Metastasis is A. the movement or spread of malignant cells B. the abnormal development of a tissue C. an increase in the normal number of cells within a tissue or organ D. a generalized increase in the size of a part of an organ E. an obvious loss of cellular or structural differentiation in the orientation of cells to each other

A. the movement or spread of malignant cells

The type of epithelium that lines the urinary bladder and may include some binucleated cells is called ________ epithelium. A. transitional B. stratified squamous nonkeratinized C. stratified squamous keratinized D. simple squamous E. pseudostratified

A. transitional

Bone growth in which the bone increases in diameter is called

Appositional growth

Which curves of the vertebral column are present at birth? A. Lumbar and sacral B. Thoracic and sacral C. Cervical and thoracic D. Lumbar and thoracic E. Lumbar and cervical

B. Thoracic and sacral

The occipital condyles articulate with the A. axis. B. atlas. C. vertebra prominens. D. odontoid process. E. dens.

B. atlas

The study of tissues is called A. anatomy. B. histology. C. zoology. D. epidemiology. E. cytology.

B. histology

The _______ is responsible for forming the outer limiting barrier of a cell A. ribosome B. plasma membrane C. centrosome D. mitochondrion E. peroxisome

B. plasma membrane

The type of muscle that has elongated, multinucleated cells and is under voluntary control is ________ muscle. A. cardiac B. skeletal C. smooth

B. skeletal

Groups of similar cells and extracellular products that carry out a common function are called A. matrices. B. tissues. C. organs. D. organ systems. E. None of the choices is correct.

B. tissues

How many pairs of ribs are "floating ribs" that do not articulate with the sternum? A. 12 B. 10 C. 2 D. 7 E. 5

C. 2

Patients with osteoporosis often suffer ________ fractures of the vertebral bodies due to loss of bone mass. A. epiphyseal B. spiral C. compression D. transverse E. greenstick

C. Compression

Which is the definition for a greenstick fracture? A. The bone is twisted as it fractures. B. The fracture is at an oblique angle to the long axis of the bone. C. One side of the bone is broken and the other side is bent. D. The bone is splintered into several fragments. E. The fracture is at right angles to the long axis of the bone.

C. One side of the bone is broken and the other side is bent.

The body system that provides support and protection as well as being a site of blood cell production (hemopoiesis) is the ____________ system. A. respiratory B. lymphatic C. skeletal D. muscualr E. Cardiovascular

C. Skeletal

What type of muscle contains intercalated discs? A. Smooth B. Skeletal C. Cardiac

C. cardiac

Which is avascular (lacks blood vessels)? A. Nervous tissue B. Connective tissue C. Epithelial tissue D. Muscle tissue E. All of the choices are correct.

C. epithelial tissue

The type of cartilage that forms embryonic models for most of our bones is A. elastic cartilage. B. reticular cartilage. C. hyaline cartilage. D. fibrocartilage. E. areolar cartilage.

C. hyaline cartilage

The two types of cells that make up the nervous system are A. neurons and mast cells. B. macrophages and mast cells. C. neurons and glial cells. D. mast cells and fibrocytes. E. neurons and chondrocytes.

C. neurons and glial cells

The ______ is the cells control center A. golgi appartus B. cytosol C. nucleus D. smooth er E. lysosome

C. nucleus

An example of a flat bone would be the A. trapezoid. B. femur. C. parietal. D. calcaneus. E. radius.

C. parietal

Which of the following shoes the correct sequence of mitosis A. Metaphase, telophase, anaphase, prophase B. prophase, anaphase, metaphase, telophase C. prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase D. telophase, metapahse, prophase, anaphase E. Metaphase, prophase, anaphase, telophase

C. prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase

The vertebral column includes ________ cervical, ________ thoracic, and ________ lumbar vertebrae. A. 6; 13; 5 B. 7; 13; 4 C. 5; 12; 7 D. 7; 12; 5 E. 6; 14; 6

D. 7;12;5

Which is not a function of bone? A. Protection B. Hormone synthesis C. Hemopoiesis D. Body movement E. Mineral storage

D. Body movement

What explains the dramatic acceleration in lengthwise bone growth at puberty? A. Increased rate of calcium deposition occurs due to high blood calcium levels. B. Increased activity of osteoclasts occurs in response to parathyroid hormone stimulation. C. Increased absorption of dietary vitamins and minerals strengthens the matrix. D. Increased secretion of sex hormones promotes epiphyseal plate growth. E. Increased physical activity causes lengthwise growth in response to bone stress.

D. Increased secretion of sex hormones promotes epiphyseal plate growth.

Which cell type, found in connective tissue proper and close to blood vessels, secretes heparin and histamine? A. Plasma cell B. Adipocyte C. Mesenchymal cell D. Mast cell E. Fibroblast

D. Mast cell

Why is the dermis richly innervated? A. Control of glandular secretion B. Control of blood flow C. Sensory reception D. None of the choices is correct.

D. None of the choices are correct

What is the function of the cribriform plate? A. Forms part of the nasal septum B. Articulates with the atlas for rotational head movement C. Permits air to enter the cranial cavity to cool the brain D. Permits passage of the olfactory nerves E. Provides large surface area for muscle attachment

D. Permits passage of the olfactory nerves

Generally, people have ________ number of melanocytes ________. A. a higher; if they live in the southern hemisphere B. a highly variable; irrespective of where they live C. a lower; if they live in colder climates of the northern hemisphere D. about the same; no matter where they live E. a higher; if they live in the warmer climates near the equator

D. about the same; no matter where they live

The organelles responsible for organizing microtubules that are part of the mitotic spindle are called A. cilia B. vesicles C. microvilli D. centrioles E. nuceoli

D. centrioles

Which are often associated with mucin secreting goblet cells A. microvilli B. flagellum C. cisternae D. cilia E. ribosomes

D. cilia

Which bone is not part of the axial skeleton? A. Frontal bone B. Malleus C. Atlas D. Clavicle E. Sacrum

D. clavicle

Which of the primary tissue types is most widely distributed throughout the body? A. Muscle B. Epithelium C. Nervous D. Connective

D. connective

Which primary tissue type would be located in blood, body fat, ligaments and tendons, dermis of the skin, and in the cartilage of some joints? A. Nervous tissue B. Epithelial tissue C. Muscle tissue D. Connective tissue E. None of the choices is correct.

D. connective tissue

The most common type of cartilage, which is also the weakest, is A. reticular cartilage. B. elastic cartilage. C. areolar cartilage. D. hyaline cartilage. E. fibrocartilage.

D. hyaline cartilage

Bone cells called ________ break down bone by secreting hydrochloric acid and enzymes that dissolve the matrix. A. osteocytes B. osteoblasts C. osteoprogenitor cells D. osteoclasts E. osteoid cells

D. osteoclasts

Which of these is considered a "gatekeeper" that regulates the passage of materials in or out of the cell A. cilia B. cholesterol molecule C. flagellum D. plasma membrane E. lysosome

D. plasma membrane

The directional term that means in back of or toward the back surface is A. anterior B. caudal C. cephalic D. posterior E. proximal

D. posterior

Which is not stored in bone? A. Lipid B. Calcium C. Fat D. Protein E. Phosphate

D. protein

The part of the hair that extends beyond the skin surface is called the A. papilla. B. root. C. bulb. D. shaft. E. alopecia.

D. shaft

The lining of the air sacs in the lungs (alveoli) is comprised of what type of epithelium? A. Stratified squamous B. Transitional C. Simple columnar D. Simple squamous E. Simple cuboidal

D. simple squamous

A ______ plane cuts perpendicularity along the long axis of the body or organ A. frontal B. sagittal C. coronal D. transverse E. Oblique

D. transverse

Which is characteristic of a female skull, as compared to a male skull? A. External surface of occipital bone relatively smooth B. Mandibular angle greater than 125 degrees C. Little or no prominence to superciliary arches D. Chin pointed and triangular E. All of the choices are characteristic of a female skull.

E. All of the choices are characteristic of a female skull.

In which areas do adult males tend to primarily accumulate subcutaneous fat?a: Neck b: Upper arms c: Abdomen d: Lower back e: Buttocks A. One of the choices is correct. B. Two of the choices are correct. C. Three of the choices are correct. D. Four of the choices are correct. E. All of the choices are correct.

E. All of the choices are correct

From deep to superficial, the order of the strata of the epidermis is A. basale - granulosum - spinosum - lucidum - corneum. B. spinosum - granulosum - basale - lucidum - corneum. C. corneum - lucidum - granulosum - spinosum - basale. D. corneum - granulosum - lucidum - spinosum - basale. E. basale - spinosum - granulosum - lucidum - corneum.

E. Basale-spinosum-granulosum-lucidum-corneum

Every living cell in the body requires oxygen, various ions, and nutrients. However, the solid nature of bone prevents these materials from reaching bone cells by diffusion alone. Which statement best describes how bone cells receive these necessary items? A. Bone cells receive materials through lymph vessels that penetrate bone matrix. B. Bone cells are only found lining the central canal where they are in direct contact with blood vessels. C. Blood capillaries penetrate into the calcified matrix of bone. D. Bone cells are only found on the periphery of bone and thus are in direct contact with blood vessels. E. Bone cells connect to each other and ultimately with blood vessels (in the central canal) through passageways called canaliculi.

E. Bone cells connect to each other and ultimately with blood vessels (in the central canal) through passageways called canaliculi.

What gives bone its flexibility? A. Trabeculae B. Elastic fibers C. Inorganic salts D. Yellow bone marrow E. Collagen fibers

E. Collagen fibers

Which is not a function of bone? A. protection B. Hemopoiesis C. Body movement D. Mineral storage E. Hormone synthesis

E. Hormone synthesis

Among the stimuli detected by the sensory receptors has bacterial properties A. pressure. B. cold. C. vibration. D. Heat. E. all of the above

E. all of the above

Functions of human body cells include A. movement B. covering C. storage D. communication E. all of the above

E. all of the above

Human body cells have many functions, including A. making connections B. producing new cells C. providing for defense D. lining surfaces E. all of the above

E. all of the above

Which describes the anatomical position? A. thumbs pointed away from body B. Palms foward C. Feet flat on floor D. The body is erect E. All of the above

E. all of the above

Which describes the skin's form and function? A. Washable B. Indicator of health C. A barrier D. Self-renewing E. All of the choices are correct.

E. all of the choices are correct

Which of these is not a connective tissue? a. Blood b. Bone c. Ligaments d. Adipose tissue e. All of the choices are correct.

E. all of the choices are correct

What is the most abundant protein in the body? A. Fibrogen B. Actin C. Myosin D. Elastin E. Collagen

E. collagen

Which region of a growing bone contains the epiphyseal plate? A. Proximal epiphysis B. Periphysis C. Distal epiphysis D. Diaphysis E. Metaphysis

E. metaphysis

The Building blacks that form the DNA double helix are called A. nuclear pores B. Nucleic acids C. bases D. nucleoli E. nucleotides

E. nucleotides

Which is a passive transport process? A. Receptor-mediated endocytosis B. Ion pump C. Pinocytosis D. phagocytosis E. osmosis

E. osmosis

Pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium would be found lining A. ducts of sweat glands. B. the oviduct. C. the larger blood vessels. D. large kidney tubules. E. portions of the respiratory system

E. portions of the respiratory system

A ________ epithelium consists of a single layer of flattened cells attached directly to a basement membrane. A. simple columnar B. stratified cuboidal C. simple cuboidal D. stratified squamous E. simple squamous

E. simple squamous

The thoracic cage includes A. the sternum, the clavicles, and 12 ribs. B. the sternum, 12 thoracic vertebrae, and 12 ribs. C. the hyoid bone, the sternum, the clavicles, and 24 ribs. D. 12 thoracic vertebrae and 24 ribs. E. the sternum and 24 ribs.

E. the sternum and 24 ribs

In general, the mechanical stresses on bones that result from exercise tend to weaken them and lead to more frequent fractures.

False

Once we reach adulthood and our bones are fully formed and hardened, they cannot be remodeled.

False

Supraorbital margins with thick, rounded, blunt borders are characteristic of female skulls.

False

The chest is superior to the head

False

Which type of cartilage is found in the intervertebral discs?

Fibrocartilage

During aging of the integumentary system, sweat production increases as a result of improved sweat gland activity.

Flase

In order to process digested nutrients and detoxify chemical agents such as drugs and alcohol, the ________ contains abundant amounts of smooth ER.

Liver

It is during ________ that the chromosomes line up along the equatorial plate of a dividing cell.

Metapahse

If a particular cell has a large need for energy to function, it will likely have a larger number of ________ than an average cell.

Mitochondria

The actively growing part of the nail is the

Nail matrix

A plane that passes through the structure at an angle is called

Oblique

An example of a flat bone would be the

Parietal

The word ________ implies an imaginary flat surface passing through the body.

Plane

The system responsible for the exchange of gases between the blood and atmospheric air is the ________ system

Respiratory

Once we reach adulthood and our bones are fully formed and harded, they can't be remodeled

false

The system responsible for providing protection, regulating body teperature, and being the site of cutaneous receptors is the _______ system

integumentary

The ________ are responsible for synthesizing most of a human body cell's ATP.

mitochondria

Which organizational level consists of related organs that work to achieve a specific function

organ system level

Anatomy is the study of?

structure

A bone is an organ

true

Mature cartilage is avalscular

true

The anatomic position allows all observers to have a common point of reference

true

The part of the hair that extends beyond the skin surface is called the

Shaft

A surgeon would prefer to do an incision parallel to a cleavage line.

True

Nails, hair, and sweat and sebaceous glands are all derived from the epidermis.

True

The antecubal region is proximal to the carpal region

True

The right and left iliac regions are found lateral to the hypogastric regions

True

The sebaceous gland secretion called sebum has bactericidal properties.

True

The urinary system filters the blood, concentrates waste products, and removes waste products from the body

True