AP Final Exam: Chapter 1-6;12
What is the normal pH of the stomach? A) 10.0 B) 5.0 C) 2.0
A) 10.0
Which of the following is known as the study of microscopic one-celled organisms, multicelled organisms, plants, animals, and humans? A) biology B) anatomy C) physiology D) chemistry
A) Biology
A complex life form has over 50 trillion cells. A) True B) False
A) True
An example of a life function would be the formation and release of hormones from a cell or structure. A) True B) False
A) True
Biology is the study of all forms of life. A) True B) False
A) True
Homeostasis is the ability of the body to regulate its' internal environment within narrow limits. A) True B) False
A) True
Life functions are a series of highly organized and related activities which allow living organisms to live, grow, and maintain themselves. A) True B) False
A) True
Nuclear medicine is a branch of medicine that uses radioactive isotopes to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease. A) True B) False
A) True
The anatomical position is when a human being is standing erect, with face forward, arms at the side, and palms forward. A) True B) False
A) True
The dorsal cavity contains the brain and spinal cord. A) True B) False
A) True
The nail beds are the dirtiest part of our hands. A) True B) False
A) True
The pelvic cavity contains the organs of the reproductive and excretory system. A) True B) False
A) True
The sagittal plan divides the body into right and left parts. A) True B) False
A) True
The thoracic cavity protects the heart and lungs. A) True B) False
A) True
Atoms that are alike combine to form the next stage of matter which is a/an: A) compound B) molecule C) element D) cell
A) compound
The _____ plane divides the body into front and back portions. A) coronal B) sagittal C) transverse D) proximal
A) coronal
In the metric system, which of the following is used to measure weights. A) grams B) meters C) liters D) milliliters
A) grams
Which of the following had a high pH level according to the pH scale? A) hair dye B) lemon juice C) milk
A) hair dye
Electrolytes are responsible for the acidity or alkalinity of solutions and can conduct an electrical charge. A) True B) False
A) iron
The chemical compound "Fe" stands for: A) iron B) hair dye C) chloride D) glucose
A) iron
Place the following prefixes in the order of smallest to largest. A) micro, milli, centi B) milli, centi, micro C) centi, milli, micro D) micro, centi, milli
A) micro, milli, centi
Sitting in a chair is an example of ____. A) potential B) kinetic C) ongoing D) neural
A) potential
Hydrogen is an example of an atom? A) True B) False
A) true
Our cells are bathed in a fluid that contains hydrogen and oxygen. A) True B) False
A) true
Protons have a positive electric charge. A) True B) False
A) true
A human pH level of ______ would be considered neutral. A) 2.0 B) 7.0 C) 11.0
B) 7.0
A transverse cut is a vertical cut that divides the body into right and left parts. A) True B) False
B) False
Developmental anatomy is the study of the structure and function of various organs or parts that comprise a particular organ system. A) True B) False
B) False
Gross anatomy is the study of the structure, function, and the development of cells that comprise the different body parts. A) True B) False
B) False
Medial means toward the skull or head of the body. A) True B) False
B) False
Regular hand washing and surgical hand washing takes the same amount of time to perform. A) True B) False
B) False
Special cells, grouped together according to function, shape, size, and structure, are called organs. A) True B) False
B) False
Superior means lower or below another. A) True B) False
B) False
The hand is proximal to the elbow. A) True B) False
B) False
The kidneys are located within the abdominal cavity. A) True B) False
B) False
The lungs are located inferior to the diaphragm. A) True B) False
B) False
The midsagittal plane divides the body into front and back halves. A) True B) False
B) False
The skull only contains one small cavity. A) True B) False
B) False
The umbilical region is located under the navel. A) True B) False
B) False
There are ten abdomino-pelvic cavities in the human body. A) True B) False
B) False
Caudal means "skull, or head" of the body. A) True B) False
B) True
The study of the chemical reactions of living things is called? A) anatomy B) biochemistry C) physiology D) physics
B) biochemistry
Carbohydrates are divided into two groups: monosaccharides and disaccharides. A) True B) False
B) false
Lying in bed is an example of kinetic energy. A) True B) False
B) false
Medical imaging refers to invasive techniques and processes. A) True B) False
B) false
Our cells are bathed in a fluid that contains hydrogen and oxygen. A) True B) False
B) false
Phospholipids are lipids that contain cholesterol. A) True B) False
B) false
A scratch on the left thigh would best be described as _____. A) deep B) superficial C) internal D) bruise
B) superficial
Which of the following is the best description of anabolism? A) the functional activities of cells that result in growth, repair, energy release, use of food and secretions B) the building up of complex materials from simpler ones such as food and oxygen C) the breaking down and changing of complex substances into simpler ones, with a release of energy and carbon dioxide D) None of the answers are correct
B) the building up of complex materials from simpler ones such as food and oxygen
Which of the following conditions would occur on the anterior part of the body? A) an injury to the bottom of the foot B) ventral hernia C) a bruise on the back of the head D) a laceration to the back of the knee
B) ventral hernia
The correct abbreviation for potassium is: A) Fe- B) Na+ C) K+ D) P+
C) K+
If a wound occurred near the umbilicus of the abdomen and near the surface of the skin, it would be called: A) deep B) dorsal C) medial D) lateral
C) Medial
Which of the following sequences place the terms from the simplest to the most complex? A) tissues, cells, organs, organ systems, human body B) human body, organ system, organs, tissues, cells C) cells, tissues, organs, organ system, human body D) none are correct
C) cells, tissues, organs, organ system, human body
The _____ surface of a structure is toward, or nearer, the midline, and away from the side. A) distal B) lateral C) medial D) proximal
C) medial
Compounds are represented, when written, by something called a _____ that shows the types of elements present. A) unicellular B) isotope C) neutron D) formula
C) neutron
The dorsal cavity contains the _____. A) hearts and lungs B) major organs of digestion C) structures of the nervous system D) the bones
C) structures of the nervous system
Which of the following is considered an acid? A) liquid soap B) hair dye C) vinegar
C) vinegar
Which of the following had a high pH level according to the pH scale? A) computed axial tomography (CAT or CT scan) B) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) C) positron emission tomography (PET scan) D) bone scan
D) bone scan
Triglycerides are a type of: A) protein B) fat C) carbohydrate D) glycogen
D) glycogen
Shivering to keep the body warm is an example of: A) anabolism B) catabolism C) metabolism D) homeostasis
D) homeostasis
The midsagittal plane divides the body into _____. A) anterior and posterior portions B) cephalic and caudal halves C) upper and lower sections D) left and right halves
D) left and right halves
An example of elements in the human body would include all of the following except: A) potassium B) glucose C) zinc D) magnesium
D) magnesium
Lateral means _____. A) near the beginning of a structure B) near the front of the body C) toward the midline D) toward the side
D) toward the side
