Ch. 1 Pre-Test

Anatomy is a term, which means the study of _____. A) physiology B) morphology C) cell functions D) human functions

B) Morphology

The following are essential needs of the body except which one? A) Water B) Chemicals C) Set points D) Pressure

C) Set points

Which of the following is not a major part of the endocrine system? A) pituitary B) thyroid C) brain D) adrenal

C) brain

The process in which cells and organisms are able to maintain a stable balance of internal and external substances and forces is called _____. A) equilibrium B) adaptation C) adjustment D) homeostasis

D) homeostasis

The wrist is _____ to the fingers with respect to the elbow. A) distal B) inferior C) superior D) proximal

D) proximal

A popliteal pulse would be felt above the femur. True or false?

False

The property of responsiveness means that an organism will respond abnormally if stimulated. True or false?

False

Ultrasonography is a sensitive method of viewing the possibility of bone fractures. True or false?

False

All body structures must be associated with some type of functions and purposes. True or false?

True

Carbon dioxide can be a waste that must be eliminated from the body. True or false?

True