Chapter 1

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Which of the following describes a parasagittal plane? a) any cut dividing the body into anterior and posterior portions b) a transverse cut just above the knees c) any sagittal plane except in the midline d) two cuts dividing the body into left and right halves

C - any sagittal plane except in the midline

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

False

The dorsal body cavity is the site of which of the following? a) liver b) brain c) lungs d) intestines

B - brain

In which quadrant of the abdominopelvic cavity is the stomach located? a) right upper quadrant b) right lower quadrant c) left upper quadrant d) left lower quadrant

C - left upper quadrant

Generally what is the result of the negative feedback process? a) to control body movement b) to keep the body's blood sugar level high c) to maintain homeostasis d) to regulate excretion via the kidneys

C - to maintain homeostasis

The body cavities that protect the nervous system are located in the ____ cavity. a)thoracic b) vertebral c) ventral d) dorsal e) cranial

D - Dorsal

The parietal pleura would represent a serous membrane ________. a) lining the thoracic cavity b) covering individual lungs c) lining the abdominal cavity d) covering the heart

A - lining the thoracic cavity

Which of the following is the best explanation for why cells are considered the smallest units of living things. a) Cells have the ability to reproduce identical copies of themselves in a process called mitosis. b) Cells cannot be seen with the naked eye and are considered microscopic. c) Cells have the simplest structure to fit all the characteristics necessary to be considered alive. d) Cells are highly ordered and complex.

C - Cells have the simplest structure to fit all the characteristics necessary to be considered alive.

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) Serosa are very thin, double-layered structures. c) Visceral pericardium covers the outer surface of the heart, and parietal pericardium lines the internal walls of the heart. d) Serous membranes secrete a watery lubricating fluid.

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

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

C - physiology is only explainable in terms of the underlying anatomy

Which of the following statements is the most correct regarding homeostatic imbalance? a) The internal environment is becoming more stable. b) Positive feedback mechanisms are overwhelmed. c) Negative feedback mechanisms are functioning normally. d) It is considered the cause of most diseases.

D - It is considered the cause of most diseases.


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