Chapter 3, Anatomy and Physiology
What is the sticky, salty fluid that circulates through the body bringing nourishment and oxygen to all parts of the body? a. blood b. lymph c. platelets d. thrombocytes
a. blood
What converts and neutralizes ammonia from the circulatory system to urea? a. liver b. skin c. heart d. lungs
a. liver
What is another name for histology? a. gross anatomy b. microscopic anatomy c. osteology d. physiology
b. microscopic anatomy
The muscles that respond to commands regulated by will are referred to as: a. cardiac b. striated c. involuntary d. non-striated
b. striated
The muscles that respond to commands regulated by will are referred to as: a. cardiac b. striated c. involuntary d. non-striated
b. striated
Which nerves determine the sense of smell, touch, sight, hearing and taste? a. dendrite b. motor c. sensory d. axon
c. sensory
Jane, a skin care client, comments after a facial widl massage service that her tight fatigued muscles now feel relaxed and soothed. Which of the following statements describes what caused this effect? a. circulation of blood b. secretion of hormones c. stimulation of sensitive nerve tissues d. elimination of gaseous waste products
c. stimulation of sensitive nerve tissues
The chill and lower lip are supplied with blood by which artery? a. angular b. parietal c. submental d. inferior labial
c. submental
Which smaller branch of the external maxillary artery supplies blood to the upper lip and septum? a, frontal b. parietal c. superior labial d. anterior auricular
c. superior labial
What term means "located above" or "is larger"? a. depressor b. dilator c. superioris d. inferioris
c. superioris
A division of the ophthalmic branch that affects the upper eyelid, eyebrow, forehead and scalp is the: a. infraorbital b. mandibular c. supraorbital d. auriculo temporal
c. supraorbital
The orbicularis oculi close the eyelid and circles around the: a. nose b. mouth c. eyebrow d. eye socket
d. eye socket
The posterior auricular, temporal and zygomatic are all branches of which nerve? a. buccal b. cervical c. mandibular d. facial
d. facial
Which muscle is the only one of its kind in the human body? a. striated b. non-striated c. involuntary d. heart
d. heart
All of the following examples are bones of the cranium EXCEPT: a. frontal b. occipital c. temporal d. metacarpal
d. metacarpal
The five long, thin bones that form the palm of the hand are the: a. carpals b. maxillae c. phalanges d. metacarpals
d. metacarpals
The five long, thin bones that form the palm of the hand are the: a. carpals b. maxillae c. phalanges d. metacarpals
d. metacarpals
The cranial nerve responsible for transmitting facial sensations to the brain is the: a. ulnar b. facial c. radial d. trifacial
d. trifacial
Bone is the hardest structure in the body and is composed of 1/3 organic matter and: a. 2/3 mineral matter b. 2/3 hydrogen c. 2/3 oxygen d. 2/3 nitrogen
a. 2/3 mineral matter
How many pairs of cranial nerves are there? a. 12 b. 18 c. 24 d. 36
a. 12
The thumb has how many phalanges? a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5
a. 2
The process of building up larger molecules from small ones is: a. anabolism b. catabolism c. physiology d. cell division
a. anabolism
The process of building up larger molecules from small ones is: a. anabolism b. catabolism c. physiology d. cell division
a. anabolism
The process of building up larger molecules from smaller ones is called: a. anabolism b. catabolism c. cell division d. mutation
a. anabolism
The study of the organs and systems of the body is called: a. anatomy b. physiology c. cosmetology d. biology
a. anatomy
Thick-walled vessels that carry blood away from the heart are: a. arteries b. veins c. lymph vessels d. capillaries
a. arteries
The occipitalis muscle is located at the nape of the neck and draws the scalp: a. back b. forward c. to the left d. to the right
a. back
The occipital artery supplies blood to the: a. back of the head b. lower portion of the face c. sides and top of the head d. scalp above and behind the ears
a. back of the head
The midsection of a muscle is called its: a. belly b. contraction point c. origin d. insertion
a. belly
What is the sticky, salty fluid that circulates through the body bringing nourishment and oxygen to all parts of the body? a. blood b. lymph c. platelets d. thrombocytes
a. blood
What are thrombocytes? a. blood platelets b. oxygen carriers c. hemoglobin carriers d. carbon dioxide removers
a. blood platelets
Osteology is the area of science that is the study of: a. bones b. germs c. nerves d. muscles
a. bones
What controls all three subsystems of the nervous system? a. brain b. eyes c. lungs d. heart
a. brain
Which of the following terms describes the largest nerve tissue in the human body? a. brain b. spinal cord c. trifacial nerve d. cranial nerves
a. brain
Which of the following list of components works in harmony to receive and interpret stimuli and sends the resulting impulses to the appropriate tissues, muscles and organs? a. brain, spinal cord and nerves b. brain , spinal cord and arreries c. afferent, efferent and mixed nerves d. ophthalmic, maxillary and mandibular
a. brain, spinal cord and nerves
Which of the following nerves extend to the muscles of the mouth? a. buccal b. ophthalmic c. greater occipital d. cervical cutaneous
a. buccal
These types of vessels take nutrients and oxygen from the arteries to the cells: a. capillaries b. veins c. varicose veins d. ventricles
a. capillaries
Which of the following vessels take waste products from the cells to the veins? a. capillaries b. arteries c. veins d. varicose veins
a. capillaries
The brain, spinal cord and spinal and cranial nerves make up the: a. central nervous system b. peripheral nervous system c. autonomic nervous system d. sympathetic nervous system
a. central nervous system
The brain, spinal cord, spinal and cranial nerves make up the: a. central nervous system b. peripheral nervous system c. autonomic nervous system d. sympathetic nervous system
a. central nervous system
What is the part of the brain responsible for mental activity and is located in the upper front portion of the cranium? a. cerebrum b. cerebellum c. pons d. medulla oblongata
a. cerebrum
Which body system breaks food down into simpler chemical compounds that can easily be absorbed by cells? a. digestive b. lymph c. excretory d. respiratory
a. digestive
86. The primary motor nerve of the face is the: a. facia1 nerve b. trifacial nerve c. maxillary nerve d. mandibular nerve
a. facia1 nerve
The primary motor nerve of the face is the: a. facial nerve b. trifacial nerve c. maxillary nerve d. mandibular nerve
a. facial nerve
The seventh cranial nerve is also known as the: a. facial nerve b. trifacial nerve c. sensory never d. fifth cranial nerve
a. facial nerve
Which muscle bends the wrist and closes the fingers? a. flexor b. deltoid c. adductor d. supinator
a. flexor
Mary is performing a scalp massage on a client. Which of the following bones would be most affected by the massage Mary is offering? a. frontal b. ethmoid c. sphenoid d. phalanges
a. frontal
An example of a long bone would be the: a. humerus b. wrist bones c. cervical vertebrae d. mandible
a. humerus
The bone commonly referred to as the "Adam's apple" is the: a. hyoid b. sternum c. thorax d. clavicle
a. hyoid
Which of the following phrases describes the function of white corpuscles? a. increase in number when there is an infection b. carry oxygen c. clot the blood d. carry carbon dioxide
a. increase in number when there is an infection
The skin and all of its layers make up which of the following sytems? a. integumentary b. excretory c. endocrine d. respiratory
a. integumentary
The point at which two or more bones are joined together is called a: a. joint b. tendon c. synapse d. ligament
a. joint
The point at which two or more bones are joined together is called a: a. joint b. tendon c. synapse d. ligament
a. joint
Long bones are found in the: a. legs b. back c. chest d. skull
a. legs
Which of the following terms is another name for white blood cells? a. leukocytes b. thrombocytes c. erythrocytes d. red corpuscles
a. leukocytes
The tissue type that carries food, waste products and hormones is: a. liquid tissue b. connective tissue c. nerve tissue d. muscular tissue
a. liquid tissue
What is the substance that travels through glands or nodes to help filter out toxic substances? a. lymph b. hemoglobin c. keratin d. oxygen
a. lymph
What nourishes the parts of the body not reached by blood? a. lymph b. platelets c. hemoglobin d. carbon dioxide
a. lymph
What is the largest bone of the facial skeleton? a. mandible b. maxillary c. malar d. palatine
a. mandible
What are the two bones of the upper jaw? a. maxillae b. turbinals c. palatines d. vomers
a. maxillae
Which muscle is being used when you wrinkle your chin? a. mentalis b. caninus c. triangularis d. risorius
a. mentalis
The chemical process in which cells receive nutrients for all growth and reproduction is called: a. metabolism b. cell growth c. cell division d. protoplasm
a. metabolism
Which of the following are two bones that join to form the bridge of the nose? a. nasal b. mandible c. zygomatic d. lacrimal
a. nasal
Which type of tissue coordinates body functions in addition to carrying messages to and from the brain and spinal cord? a. nerve b. muscular c. epithelial d. connective
a. nerve
What is the study of the nervous system called? a. neurology b. philosophy c. anatomy d. physiology
a. neurology
Another name for a nerve cell is: a. neuron b. dendrite c. axon d. cerebrum
a. neuron
Another name for a nerve cell is: a. neuron b. dendrite c. cytoplasm d. axon terminal
a. neuron
The control center of cell activities is called the: a. nucleus b. cytoplasm c. protoplasm d. body system
a. nucleus
The control center of cell activities is called the: a. nucleus b. cytoplasm c. protoplasm d. body system
a. nucleus
Which bone forms the back of the skull? a. occipital b. parietal c. temporal d. sphenoid
a. occipital
A separate body structure composed of two or more cells of different tissues is a(n): a. organ b. tissue c. system d. muscle
a. organ
The non-moving portion of the muscle attached to bone or other fixed muscle is the: a. origin b. belly c. insertion d. synapse
a. origin
What is the technical term for bone? a. os b. osteo c. vomer d. humerus
a. os
Which system is composed of sensory and motor nerves that extend from the spinal cord and brain to other parts of the body? a. peripheral nervous system b. autonomic nervous system c. zygomatic nervous system d. cerebrum
a. peripheral nervous system
The fluid part of the blood is called: a. plasma b. hemoglobin c. red blood cells d. white blood cells
a. plasma
Which of the following is NOT a part of the muscle? a. pons b. belly c. origin d. insertion
a. pons
Why is peristalsis important in the overall functioning of the digestive system? a. propels food down the esophagus b. breaks down proteins into polypeptides c. separates the chest cavity from the abdomen d. provides communication between the brain and the stomach
a. propels food down the esophagus
If you draw your hand back from touching a hot stove, what is this interaction between sensory and motor nerves called? a. reflex action b. sensory action c. receptor action d. trifacial action
a. reflex action
Oxygen-poor blood enters which part of the heart? a. right atrium b. left auricle c. pulmonary vein d. left ventricle
a. right atrium
Which of the body's systems has the function to give the body shape and strength? a. skeletal b. circulatory c. nervous d. endocrine
a. skeletal
Which system is the physical foundation of the body? a. skeletal sys tem b. muscular sys tem c. endocrine system d. circulatory system
a. skeletal sys tem
The physical foundation of the body is the: a. skeletal system b. nervous system c. muscular system d. reproductive system
a. skeletal system
Which body system has the function to give the body shape and strength? a. skeletal system b. nervous system c. endocrine system d. circulatory system
a. skeletal system
Which system has the function of surrounding and protecting internal organs? a. skeletal system b. endocrine system c. circulatory system d. respiratory system
a. skeletal system
The largest organ of the body is the: a. skin b. liver c. brain d. stomach
a. skin
The skeleton of the head that encloses and protects the brain and primary sensory organs is the: a. skull b. mandible c. thorax d. vertebrae
a. skull
The entire process of blood traveling from the heart, throughout the body and back to the heart is called: a. systemic or general circulation b. massive circulation c. local circulation d. arterial circulation
a. systemic or general circulation
What is physiology? a. the study of the functions of organs and systems of the body b. the study of organs and systems of the body c. the study of structures that can be seen with the naked eye d. the study of structures too small to be seen
a. the study of the functions of organs and systems of the body
Which of the following bones protects the heart, lungs and other internal organs? a. thorax b. hyoid c. spine d. cranium
a. thorax
Drawing the head back and elevating the shoulders are functions controlled by the: a. trapezius b. platysma c. pectoralis d. sternocleido
a. trapezius
The cranial nerve responsible for transmitting facial sensations to the brain is the: a. trifacial b. facial c. radial d. ulnar
a. trifacial
The bone located on the little finger side of the lower forearm is the: a. ulna b. hyoid c. sternum d. humerus
a. ulna
Which nerve extends down the lime finger side of the arm and into the palm of the hand? a. ulnar b. radial c. digital d. median
a. ulnar
Which of the following is problem cosmetologists can develop from long periods of standing? a. varicose veins b. tendonitis c. diabetes d. heart condition
a. varicose veins
Which vessels are dark red in color because they carry impure blood (blood carrying carbon dioxide) back from the capillaries to the heart? a. veins b. arteries c. platelets d. ventricles
a. veins
Finger-like projections of the intestine walls are called: a. villi b. peristalsis c. cilia d. enzymes
a. villi
Which muscle is responsible for compressing the cheek to release air outwardly, as in blowing? a. caninus b. buccinator c. triangularis d. risorius
b. buccinator
The nervous system is divided into how many subsystems? a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5
b. 3
The average human brain weighs between: a. 20 and 24 ounces b. 44 and 48 ounces c. 60 and 68 ounces d. 100 and 120 ounces
b. 44 and 48 ounces
How many bones of the cranium are affected by a scalp massage? a. 4 b. 6 c. 8 d. 14
b. 6
How many times per minute does the normal heart beat? a. 30-40 b. 60-80 c. 130-140 d. 160-180
b. 60-80
How many times per minute does the normal heart beat? a. 30-40 b. 60-80 c. 130-140 d. 160-180
b. 60-80
How many bones are involved in a facial massage? a. 8 b. 9 c. 12 d. 14
b. 9
Which of the following is true of arteries? a. Arteries contain cup-like valves to prevent backflow b. Arteries have thicker walls than veins c. Arteries carry oxygen-poor blood d. Arteries are thin, small vessels
b. Arteries have thicker walls than veins
The spongy bone found between the eyes that forms part of the ball cavity is called the : a. Frontal b. Ethmoid c. Occipital d. Temporal
b. Ethmoid
The muscle between the brows across the bridge of the nose that draws the brows is the : a. Mentalis b. Procerus c. Corrugator d. Oribicularis oculi
b. Procerus
Which of the following is true of arteries? a. They contain cup-like valves to prevent back flow b. They have thicker walls than veins c. They carry oxygen-poor blood d. They are thin, small vessels
b. They have thicker walls than veins
Which muscles are used to separate the fingers? a. adductor b. abductor c. extensor d. flexor
b. abductor
Which artery supplies the sides of the nose with blood? a. frontal b. angular c. superior labial d. middle temporal
b. angular
Thick-walled vessels that carry blood away from the heart are: a. veins b. arteries c. capillaries d. lymph vessels
b. arteries
The digestive, respiratory and circulatory systems are controlled by the: a. ophthalmic branch b. autonomic nervous system c. voluntary nervous system d. skeletal system
b. autonomic nervous system
Which system involves the heart, arteries, veins and capillaries? a. respiratory b. cardiovascular c. digestive d. muscular
b. cardiovascular
Which system involves the heart, arteries, veins and capillaries? a. respiratory b. cardiovascular c. digestive d. muscular
b. cardiovascular
What is the process of breaking down larger molecules into smaller ones called? a. anabolism b. catabolism c. cell division d. erosion
b. catabolism
Which type of tissue supports, protects and holds the body together? a. epithelial b. connective c. nerve d. muscular
b. connective
Breathing through the nose is healthier than breathing through the mouth because the nose: a. filters out deadly carbon monoxide b. contains mucus membranes that filter out dust c. cools the air and travels through the nasal passages d. warms the air travels through the nasal passages
b. contains mucus membranes that filter out dust
Which of the fo llowing is NOT an example of metabolism? a. building up oflarger molecules from smaller ones b. controlling the basic functions and activities of the cell c. releasing energy ro perform specific body funcrions d. breaking down of larger molecules or substances in ro smaller ones
b. controlling the basic functions and activities of the cell
Which of the following descriptions is NOT an example of metabolism? a. building up of larger molecules from smaller ones b. controlling the basic functions and activities of the cell c. releasing energy to perform specific body functions d. breaking down of larger molecules or substances into small ones
b. controlling the basic functions and activities of the cell
Which of the following is NOT an example of metabolism? a. building up of larger molecules from smaller ones b. controlling the basic functions and activities of the cell c. releasing energy to perform specific body functions d. breaking down of larger molecules or substances into smaller ones
b. controlling the basic functions and activities of the cell
All of the following statements are true about the nucleus EXCEPT: a. located in the cytoplasm b. coordinates body functions c. surrounded by cell membrane d. is the control center of cell activities
b. coordinates body functions
The muscle that controls the eyebrows by drawing them in and downward is the: a. orbicularis b. corrugator c. auricularis d. levator palpebrae
b. corrugator
Most of the activities or production of the cell take place in the: a. nucleus b. cytoplasm c. stomach d. cell membrane
b. cytoplasm
Which triangle shaped muscle covers the shoulder, lifts or turns the arm? a. bicep b. deltoid c. tricep d. pectoralis
b. deltoid
Which muscle is of primary interest if a cosmetologist is performing a scalp massage? a. cardiac b. epicranium c. origin d. corrugator
b. epicranium
The system that eliminates solid, liquid and gaseous waste products from the body is the: a. digestive b. excretory c. endocrine d. respiratory
b. excretory
Which artery supplies blood to the lower portion of the face, including the mouth and nose? a. occipital b. external maxillary c. posterior auricular d. superficial temporal
b. external maxillary
Why is the respiratory system important to the functioning of the body? a. elimination of urea b. inhalation of oxygen c. neutralization of ammonia d. inhalation of carbon dioxide
b. inhalation of oxygen
Muscles affected by massage are generally manipulated from the: a. origin to insertion b. insertion to origin c. belly to insertion d. insertion to belly
b. insertion to origin
The humerus is an example of what type of bone? a. flat b. long c. irregular d. short
b. long
All of the following are organs of the excretory system EXCEPT: a. skin b. lungs c. liver d. kidneys
b. lungs
What are the deltoid muscles? a. muscles that extend across the chest b. muscles that cover the shoulders c. muscles located between the shoulder and the elbow d. muscles responsible for thumb movement
b. muscles that cover the shoulders
What three basic parts of cells are found in all human cells? a. muscle, cyro plasm, cell membrane b. nucleus, cytoplasm, cell membrane c. muscle, protoplasm, cell membrane d. nucleus, cyroplasm, connective tissue
b. nucleus, cytoplasm, cell membrane
The epicranius is formed by two muscles called the frontalis and the: a. procerus b. occipitalis c. corrugator d. temporalis
b. occipitalis
Which muscle circles the eye socket and closes the eyelid? a. corrugator b. orbicularis oculi c. auricularis d. buccinator
b. orbicularis oculi
The non-moving portion of the muscle attached to bone or other fixed muscle is the: a. belly b. origin c. insertion d. synapse
b. origin
What are the two bones that form the crown and upper sides of the head? a. frontal b. parietal c. temporal d. ethmoid
b. parietal
Which artery supplies blood to the crown and sides of the head? a. angular b. parietal c. submental d. inferior labial
b. parietal
What term means "behind" or "in back of"? a. inferior b. posterior c. depressor d. anterior
b. posterior
The endocrine system is responsible for: a. eliminating waste products from the body b. producing hormones required by the body c. carrying lymph to parts of the body not reached by the circulatory system d. building larger molecules from smaller ones
b. producing hormones required by the body
What refers to the phase of circulation in which the blood is oxygenated in the lungs? a. respiration b. pulmonary circulation c. interior circulation d. general circulation
b. pulmonary circulation
Which nerve extends down the thumb side of the arm into the back of the hand? a. ulnar b. radial c. digital d. median
b. radial
The intake of oxygen and exhalation of carbon dioxide by the body are functions of the: a. digestive system b. respiratory system c. endocrine system d. reproductive system
b. respiratory system
Striated muscles can be described by which of the following statements? a. controlled by the autonomic nervous system b. respond to commands regulated by will c. involuntary muscles d. only found in the heart
b. respond to commands regulated by will
The large, flat bone extending from the middle of the back upward to the joint where it attaches to the clavicle is called the: a. rib b. scapula c. sternum d. humerus
b. scapula
What is the large, flat bone extending from the middle of the back upward to where it joins with the clavicle? a. ribs b. scapula c. carpals d. cervical vertebrae
b. scapula
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system? a. allowing body movement b. sending and receiving body messages c. surrounding and protecting internal organs d. providing a frame to which muscles attach
b. sending and receiving body messages
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system? a. allowing body movement b. sending and receiving body messages c. surrounding and protecting internal organs d. providing a frame to which muscles can attach
b. sending and receiving body messages
Which of the following items is NOT a function of the skeletal system? a. allowing body movement b. sending and receiving body messages c. providing a frame to which muscles can attach d. surrounding and protecting internal organs
b. sending and receiving body messages
Which of the following nerves is the primary motor nerve of the face? a. fifth b. seventh c. ulnar d. radial
b. seventh
The humerus extends from the elbow to the: a. wrist b. shoulder c. top the neck d. fingers
b. shoulder
One function of the muscular system includes supporting the: a. brain b. skeletal system c. digestive sys tem d. endocrine sys tem
b. skeletal system
One function of the muscular system includes supporting the: a. brain b. skeletal system c. digestive system d. endocrine system
b. skeletal system
All of the following are organs of primary importance EXCEPT the: a. eyes b. skeleton c. heart d. brain
b. skeleton
What is the name of the skeleton of the head that encloses and protects the brain? a. parietal b. skull c. cranium d. mandible
b. skull
Which crucial part of the central nervous system is composed of long nerve fibers and originates in the base of the brain and extends to the base of the spine? a. pons b. spinal cord c. dendrite system d. medulla oblongata
b. spinal cord
Which artery supplies blood to parts of the forehead and eyes? a. transverse b. supraorbital c. inferior labial d. anterior auricular
b. supraorbital
What branch of the facial nerve extends to the muscles of the temple, the side of the forehead, eyebrow, eyelid and upper cheek? a. buccal b. temporal c. zygomatic d. posterior auricular
b. temporal
The coordination of which two muscles enables the body to perform chewing (mastication)? a. risorius and corrugator b. temporalis and masseter c. procerus and latissimus dorsi d. auricularis and latissimus dorsi
b. temporalis and masseter
The coordination of which two muscles enables the body to perform chewing (mastication)? a. risorius and corrugator b. temporalis and masseter c. procerus and latissimus dorsi d. auricularis and latissimus dorsi
b. temporalis and masseter
Peristalsis refers to: a. a blister from a severe burn b. the motion of the esophagus when swallowing c. the breakdown of food by enzymes d. the elimination of waste products from the body
b. the motion of the esophagus when swallowing
Groups of cells of the same kind make up: a. organs b. tissues c. systems d. muscles
b. tissues
The eight carpals held together with ligaments make up the: a. knee b. wrist c. hand d. elbow
b. wrist
What branch of the facial nerve extends to the upper muscles of the cheek? a. mental b. zygomatic c. infraorbital d. auriculo temporal
b. zygomatic
When you laugh, you draw your mouth up and back by using which of these muscles? a. caninus b. zygomaticus c. buccinator d. risorius
b. zygomaticus
The spinal cord holds how many pairs of spinal nerves that branch out to muscles, internal organs and the skin? a. 12 b. 14 c. 31 d. 206
c. 31
Muscle makes up approximately what percentage of the body's weight? a. 10 b. 20 c. 40 d. 70
c. 40
A normal adult heart beats about how many times per minute? a. 40 to 50 b. 50 to 60 c. 60 to 80 d. 100 to 120
c. 60 to 80
How many bones are included in the cervical vertebrae? a. 3 b. 6 c. 7 d. 9
c. 7
An adult human has how much blood circulating throughout the body? a. 4 to 6 pints b. 4 to 6 quarts c. 8 to 10 pints d. 8 to 10 quarts
c. 8 to 10 pints
An adult human has how much blood circulating throughout the body? a. 4 to 6 pints b. 4 to 6 quarts c. 8 to 10 pints d. 8 to 10 quarts
c. 8 to 10 pints
How much does the human brain weigh? a. Between 20 and 25 ounces b. Between 32 and 38 ounces c. Between 44 and 48 ounces d. Between 75 and 82 ounces
c. Between 44 and 48 ounces
The eight small bones held together by ligaments to form the wrist are called: a. Ribs b. Phalanges c. Carpals d. Metacarpals
c. Carpals
Which organ of the respiratory system expands and contacts automatically to force air into and out of the lungs? a. Liver b. Kidneys c. Diaphragm d. Esophagus
c. Diaphragm
The mandibular nerve branch extends to the muscles of the chin and the: a. Neck b. Cheek c. Lower lip d. Top of the head
c. Lower lip
The fourteen bones that form the digits or fingers are called: a. Ulna b. Carpals c. Phalanges d. Metacarpals
c. Phalanges
What connects the other parts of the brain to the spinal column? a. cerebrum b. cerebellum c. pons d. clavicle
c. Pons
The two bones located on either side of the head and above the ears are called: a. Skull b. Frontal c. Temporal d. Flat bones
c. Temporal
Another name for a sensory nerve is: a. dendrite nerve b. axon c. afferent nerve d. efferent nerve
c. afferent nerve
Which area of science involves the study of the organs and systems of the body? a. myology b. histology c. anatomy d. physiology
c. anatomy
What term means "in front of"? a. posterior b. superior c. anterior d. inferior
c. anterior
What does hemoglobin do? a. reacts with oxygen to create red blood cells b. repels oxygen c. attracts oxygen d. changes oxygen into carbon dioxide
c. attracts oxygen
The nervous system is made up ofthe central nervous system, the peripheral nervous system and the: a. axons b. dendrites c. autonomic nervous system d. cerebrospinal nervous system
c. autonomic nervous system
Osteology is the study of: a. muscles b. nerves c. bones d. organs
c. bones
What controls all three subsystems of the nervous system? a. heart b. occipital c. brain d. spinal cord
c. brain
107. Which of the following examples is NOT a primary nerve found in the arm and hand? a. ulnar b. radial c. buccal d. digital
c. buccal
Which phase of metabolism involves breaking down larger molecules or substances into smaller ones? a. digestion b. anabolism c. catabolism d. metabolism
c. catabolism
The basic units of living matter are: a. nerves b. muscles c. cells d. organs
c. cells
What is also known as the collar bone? a. thorax b. hyoid c. clavicle d. patella
c. clavicle
5. Most of the activities or production of the cell truce place in the: a. nucleus b. sromach c. cytoplasm d. cell membrane
c. cytoplasm
Which of the following terms is NOT associated with the functions found within the nervous system? a. motor b. mixed c. deltoid d. sensory
c. deltoid
Which structures of the nerve cells receive the messages sent by the nerve terminals? a. pons b. axons c. dendrites d. receptors
c. dendrites
Which structures of the nerve cells receive the messages sent by the nerve terminals? a. pons b. axons c. dendrites d. receptors
c. dendrites
The digestive system includes all of the following components EXCEPT: a. pharynx b. stomach c. diaphragm d. esophagus
c. diaphragm
Which nerves carry messages from the brain to the muscles? a. sensory b. afferent c. efferent d. receptor
c. efferent
Which nerves carry messages from the brain to the muscles? a. sensory b. afferent c. efferent d. receptor
c. efferent
Which system is comprised of glands that manufacture chemical substances called hormones? a. nervous b. digestive c. endocrine d. respiratory
c. endocrine
The spongy bone between the eyes which forms the nasal cavity is the: a. sphenoid b. temporal c. ethmoid d. occipital
c. ethmoid
The trifacial nerve is also known as the: a. facial nerve b. sixth cranial nerve c. fifth cranial nerve d. seventh cranial nerve
c. fifth cranial nerve
The trifacial nerve is also known as the: a. facial nerve b. sixth cranial nerve c. fifth cranial nerve d. seventh cranial nerve
c. fifth cranial nerve
What is the function of white blood cells? a. to carry oxygen b. help clot blood c. fight bacteria d. regulate the heart
c. fight bacteria
The muscle that raises eyebrows is the: a. auricularis anterior b. epicranius c. frontalis d. occipitalis
c. frontalis
Which artery supplies blood to the lower lip? a. transverse b. submental c. inferior labial d. anterior auricular
c. inferior labial
Which nerve extends to the lower eyelid, side of the nose, upper lip and mouth? a. mental b. zygomatic c. infraorbital d. supraorbital
c. infraorbital
The portion of muscle joined to movable attachments, such as bones is the: a. origin b. belly c. insertion d. ligament
c. insertion
Muscles affected by massage are generally manipulated from the: a. insertion to belly b. belly to insertion c. insertion to origin d. origin to insertion
c. insertion to origin
1he skin makes up the: a. muscular system b. endocrine system c. integumentary system d. framework of the body
c. integumentary system
The smallest bones of the facial skeleton that form the front part of the inner, bottom wall of the eye socket are the: a. nasal b. malar c. lacrimal d. zygomatic
c. lacrimal
The lower chambers of the heart include the: a. left atrium b. right atrium c. left and right ventricle d. flexor
c. left and right ventricle
When you raise your eyelid, which muscles are being used? a. orbicularis oculi b. auricularis posterior c. levator palpebrae superioris d. auricularis superior
c. levator palpebrae superioris
What nourishes the parts of the body not reached by blood? a. hemoglobin b. platelets c. lymph d. carbon dioxide
c. lymph
All of the following bones help make up the chest EXCEPT: a. ribs b. sternum c. mandible d. thoracic vertebras
c. mandible
Nerves that perform both sensory and motor functions are called: a. afferent nerves b. efferent nerves c. mixed nerves d. central nerves
c. mixed nerves
Myology is the study of the structure, function and diseases of the: a. cells b. organs c. muscles d. skeleton
c. muscles
Myology is the study of the structure, function and diseases of the: a. cells b. organs c. muscles d. skeleton
c. muscles
What tissue contracts when stimulated to produce motion? a. nerve b. epithelial c. muscular d. connective
c. muscular
Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic parts of the cell? a. nucleus b. cytoplasm c. nerve d. cell membrane
c. nerve
The muscles that respond automatically to control various body functions are referrred to as: a. cardiac b. voluntary c. non-striated d. striated
c. non-striated
Which of the following terms is the main nerve branch to the top one-third of the face? a. zygomatic b. maxillary c. ophthalmic d. mandibular
c. ophthalmic
Which muscle circles the mouth and is responsible for puckering and wrinkling the lips? a. risorius b. triangularis c. orbicularis oris d. quadratus labii
c. orbicularis oris
A separate body structure composed of two or more different tissues is a(n): a. system b. tissue c. organ d. muscle
c. organ
The muscle that circles the mouth and is responsible for contracting, puckering and wrinkling the lips, as in kissing or whistling, is known as: a. caninus b. mentalis c. oris orbicularis d. quadratus labii inferioris
c. oris orbicularis
The muscle that circles the mouth is responsible for contracting, puckering or wrinkling the lips is the: a. buccinator b. zygomaticus c. oris orbicularis d. quadratus labii superioris
c. oris orbicularis
Which muscle circles the mouth and is responsible for puckering and wrinkling the lips? a. risorius b. quadratus labii superioris c. oris orbicularis d. triangularis
c. oris orbicularis
The heart muscle is entirely encased in a membrane called the: a. pronator[" b. supinator c. pericardium d. thrombocyte
c. pericardium
Which muscle is located between the eyebrows across the bridge of the nose and is responsible for drawing down and wrinkling the area across the bridge of the nose? a. risorius b. mentalis c. procerus d. corrugator
c. procerus
Cells are composed of a gel-like substance called: a. an atom b. a molecule c. protoplasm d. cytoplasm
c. protoplasm
What muscle pulls the lower lip down or to the side? a. mentalis b. orbicularis c. quadratus labii inferiosis d. sternocleido masoideus
c. quadratus labii inferiosis
The system that controls the body's breathing is the: a. skeletal system b. circulatory system c. respiratory system d. integumentary system
c. respiratory system
A group of body structures and/or organs that, together, perform vital functions for the body is referred to as a(n): a. tissue b. organ c. system d. cell
c. system
Anatomy is the study of: a. small organisms b. the chemical properties of the hair c. the organs and systems of the body d. human relations
c. the organs and systems of the body
Cells that fight bacteria and other foreign substances are called leukocytes or: a. red blood cells b. plasma c. white blood cells d. hemoglobin
c. white blood cells
Eight carpals held together with ligaments form the carpus or the: a. knee b. elbow c. wrist d. hand
c. wrist
The brain, spinal cord, spinal and cranial nerves make up the: a. central nervous system b. peripheral nervous system c. autonomic nervous system d. sympathetic nervous system
central nervous system
Bone is composed of 1/3 organic matter and: a. 2/3 oxygen b. 2/3 nitrogen c. 2/3 hydrogen d. 2/3 mineral matter
d. 2/3 mineral matter
The fluid part of the blood, also known as plasma, is what percentage of water? a. 40 b. 55 c. 75 d. 90
d. 90
The hyoid bone located in the throat is sometimes referred to as the: a. spine b. ribs c. thorax d. Adam's apple
d. Adam's apple
Nephrons would be associated with which of the following organs? a. lungs b. liver c. heart d. kidney
d. Kidney
The brain, nerves and spinal cord are primary components of what system? a. circulatory b. muscular c. skeletal d. nervous
d. Nervous
Which two muscles in the neck and upper back draw the head back, rotate the shoulder blades and control the singing of the arm? a. Platysma and risorius b. Temporalis and masseter c. Platysma and sternocleido mastoideus d. Trapezius and latissimus dorsi
d. Trapezius and latissimus dorsi
Which nervous system is responsible for all involuntary body functions? a. central b. peripheral c. trifacial d. autonomic
d. autonomic
The release of energy within a cell necessary for the performance of specific body functions is called: a. sleep b. osteology c. anabolism d. catabolism
d. catabolism
The release of energy within a cell necessary for the performance of specific body functions is called: a. sleep b. osteology c. anabolism d. catabolism
d. catabolism
The outer surface of the cell that encloses the protoplasm is known as the: a. nucleus b. cyroplasl11 c. anabolism d. cell membrane
d. cell membrane
Which system is responsible for all voluntary body actions? a. autonomic nervous system b. dendrites c. axons d. central nervous system
d. central nervous system
Which branch of the cervical nerve extends into the side and front of the neck to the breastbone? a. lesser occipital b. greater occipital c. greater auricular d. cervical cutaneous
d. cervical cutaneous
The seven bones that form the top part of the spinal column and are often manipulated in extended scalp massage arc called the: a. thorax b. scapula c. sternum d. cervical vertebrae
d. cervical vertebrae
When a cosmetologist performs a massage manipulation, what system is generally directly influenced and stimulated? a. digestive b. excretory c. endocrine d. circulatory
d. circulatory
When a professional cosmetologist performs a massage manipulation, what system is generally directly influenced and stimulated? a. digestive b. excretory c. endocrine d. circulatory
d. circulatory
Which arteries supply blood to the face, head and neck? a. internal jugulars b. external jugulars c. posterior auricular d. common carotid arteries
d. common carotid arteries
Which arteries supply blood to the face, head and neck? a. internal jugulars b. external jugulars c. posterior auriculars d. common carotid arteries
d. common carotid arteries
Which artery supplies blood to the face, head and neck? a. internal jugular b. external jugular c. posterior auricular d. common carotid artery
d. common carotid artery
Which muscle is located between the eyebrows, controls the eyebrows, drawing them in and downward? a. procerus b. non-striated c. mentalis d. corrugator
d. corrugator
What is the role of epithelial tissue? a. coordinate body functions b. contract to produce motion c. Support, protect and hold the body together d. cover and protect body surfaces and internal organs
d. cover and protect body surfaces and internal organs
What is the role of epithelial tissue? a. coordinate body functions b. contract to produce motion c. support, protect and hold the body together d. cover and protect body surfaces and internal organs
d. cover and protect body surfaces and internal organs
What is the role of epithelial tissue? a. contracts to produce motion b. carries messages to and from the brain c. supports, protects and holds the body together d. covers and protects body surfaces and internal organs
d. covers and protects body surfaces and internal organs
The parietal bones form the: a. check b. upper jaw c. bridge of the nose d. crown and upper sides of the head
d. crown and upper sides of the head
The parietal bones form the: a. cheek b. upper jaw c. bridge of the nose d. crown and upper sides of the head
d. crown and upper sides of the head
The epicranium is covered by a large muscle called the: a. frontalis b. occipitalis c. auricularis d. epicranius
d. epicranius
Which muscle straightens the fingers and wrist? a. tricep b. bicep c. flexor d. extensor
d. extensor
Which artery supplies the lower portion of the face, including the mouth and nose? a. superficial temporal b. posterior auricular c. occipital d. external maxillary
d. external maxillary
Which artery supplies the lower portion of the face, including the mouth and nose? a. occipital b. posterior auricular c. superficial temporal d. external maxillary
d. external maxillary
Which of the following statements is NOT a function of the skeletal system? a. allowing body movement b. protecting the internal organs c. supporting the body by giving it shape and strength d. helps circulate blood throughout the body
d. helps circulate blood throughout the body
The portion of the muscle that is joined to moveable attachments such as bones, moveable muscles or skin is know as the: a. belly b. origin c. sternum d. insertion
d. insertion
A sebaceous gland is part of which body system? a. respiratory b. digestive c. nervous d. integumentary
d. integumentary
The smallest bones of the facial skeleton that form the front part of the inner, bottom wall of the eye socket are the: a. zygomatic b. nasal c. malar d. lacrimal
d. lacrimal
The lower chambers of the heart include the: a. left atrium b. right atrium c. pericardium d. left and right ventricle
d. left and right ventricle
The gastrointestinal system includes all of the following EXCEPT: a. pharynx b. stomach c. esophagus d. lymph nodes
d. lymph nodes
What structure filters out toxic substances, like bacteria, and adds antibodies to the lymph fluid? a. veins b. arteries c. capillaries d. lymph nodes
d. lymph nodes
Which body system may display localized swelling as a result of an infection? a. nervous b. muscular c. excrcmry d. lymph vascular
d. lymph vascular
Which body system may display localized swelling as a result of an infection? a. nervous b. muscular c. excretory d. lymph-vascular
d. lymph-vascular
What is the largest bone of the facial skeleton? a. nasal b. turbinal c. lacrimal d. mandible
d. mandible
All of the following are bones of the cranium EXCEPT: a. frontal b. occipital c. temporal d. metacarpal
d. metacarpal
The study of structures too small to be seen without using a microscope is called: a. physiology b. biology c. gross anatomy d. microscopic anatomy
d. microscopic anatomy
Which of the following terms is NOT a building block of the human body? a. cells b. tissues c. organs d. muscles
d. muscles
Which tissue contracts when stimulated to produce motion? a. epithelial b. connective c. nerve d. muscular
d. muscular
Located at the end of each axon and responsible for sending messages away from the nerve cell in the form of nerve impulses is a: a. neuron b. dendrite c. cyroplasm d . nerve terminal
d. nerve terminal
Which type of muscle responds automatically to control various body functions? a. cardiac b. striated c. voluntary d. non-striated
d. non-striated
The control center of cell activities, including reproduction, is called the: a. cytoplasm b. cell membrane c. protoplasm d. nucleus
d. nucleus
What is the main nerve branch consisting of the top 1/3 of the face? a. facial b. maxillary c. mandibular d. ophthalmic
d. ophthalmic
The muscle that circles the eye socket and functions to close the eyelid is known as: a. mentalis b. procerus c. buccinator d. orbicularis oculi
d. orbicularis oculi
What muscle circles the eye socket and closes the eyelid? a. corrugator b. auricularis c. buccinator d. orbicularis oculi
d. orbicularis oculi
The fluid part of the blood is called: a. hemoglobin b. red blood cells c. white blood cells d. plasma
d. plasma
Which blood cells are responsible for the clotting of blood? a. leukocytes b. thrombocytes c. erythrocytes d. plasma
d. plasma
Blood travels from the heart to the lungs by way of the: a. super vena cava b. aorta c. pulmonary vein d. pulmonary artery
d. pulmonary artery
Raising the upper lip is accomplished by which of the following muscles? a. risorius b. masseter c. temporalis d. quadratus labii superioris
d. quadratus labii superioris
The system responsible for taking in oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide is the: a. circulatory system b. excretory system c. endocrine system d. respiratory system
d. respiratory system
The muscle that is located under the arm and helps in lifting the arm and in breathing is the: a. bicep b. extensor c. deltoid d. serratus anterior
d. serratus anterior
The bone that is located behind the eyes and nose and connects all the bones to the cranium is the: a. temporal b. ethmoid c. occipital d. sphenoid
d. sphenoid
Which muscles are used when nodding "yes" or "no" a. platysma b. trapezius c. temporalis d. sternocleido mastroideus
d. sternocleido mastroideus
The muscle that turns the palm of the hand up is the: a. deltoid b. tricep c. pronator d. supinator
d. supinator
A group of body structures that, together, perform one or more vital functions of the body is a(n): a. cell b. tissue c. organ d. system
d. system
A group of body structures that, together, perform one or more vital functions of the body is a(n): a. cell b. tissue c. organ d. system
d. system
The two bones located on either side of the head above the ears and below the parietal bones are the: a. parietal hones b. mrhinal bones c. palatine bones d. temporal bones
d. temporal bones
What component of blood gives the body the ability to stop the Row of blood when the protective layer of the skin is broken? a. plasma b. leukocytes c. hemoglobin d. thrombocytes
d. thrombocytes
Cells that fight bacteria and other foreign substances are called leukocytes or: a. plasma b. hemoglobin c. red blood cells d. white blood cells
d. white blood cells
Cells that fight bacteria and other foreign substances are called leukocytes or: a. plasma b. hemoglobin c. red blood cells d. white blood cells
d. white blood cells
The upper cheek and bottom of the eye socket are formed by the malar, also called: a. vomer h. palatine c. lacrimal d. zygomatic
d. zygomatic
Muscles affected by massage are generally manipulated from the: a. insertion to belly b. belly to insertion c. insertion to origin d. origin to insertion
insertion to origin