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33 Cards in this Set
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Which branch of science refers to the form and organization of body parts?
A. Biology B. Anatomy C. Physiology D. Microbiology |
B. Anatomy
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Which branch of science refers to the function of specific body parts?
A. Biology B. Anatomy C. Physiology D. Microbiology |
C. Physiology
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The smallest and most numerous structural units possessing the basic characteristics of life are called:
A. cells B. tissues C. organs D. systems |
A. cells
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Which of the following is not an environmental factor required for life?
A. Cold B. Food C. Water D. Pressure |
A. Cold
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The nucleus is the cell's:
A. brain B. protein C. skeleton D. membrane |
A. brain
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In which part of the cell are food molecules received, processed, and used?
A. Cell wall B. Cytoplasm C. Cell membrane D. Nuclear membrane |
B. Cytoplasm
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Complex structures with specialized functions within the body are known as:
A. cells B. atoms C. organs D. molecules |
C. organs
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Red blood cells develop in which part of the body?
A. Heart B. Spleen C. Gall bladder D. Bone marrow |
D. Bone marrow
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The smallest bones of the body are found in the:
A. foot B. hand C. vertebrae D. middle ear |
D. middle ear
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Which of the following supports the tongue and functions in swallowing?
A. Skull B. Vertebrae C. Hyoid bone D. Thoracic cage |
C. Hyoid bone
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The skull, hyoid, vertebral column, and thoracic cage are part of the:
A. pelvic girdle B. pectoral girdle C. axial skeleton D. appendicular skeleton |
C. axial skeleton
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Which of the following best defines he system level of organization in the human body?
A. Structure of cells which exhibit the basic characteristics of life B. A group of similar cells that develop together to perform a certain function C. A structure made of several kinds of tissues that together perform a special function D. Various numbers and kinds of organs which together perform complex functions for the body |
D. Various numbers and kinds of organs which together perform complex functions for the body
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Which of the following bones can be found in the axial skeleton?
A. Tibia B. Radius C. Femur D. Sternum |
D. Sternum
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Which of the following is a part of the appendicular skeleton?
A. Cranium B. Humerus C. Sternum D. Hyoid |
B. Humerus
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The femur, tibia, and fibula are bones of the:
A. upper limbs B. pelvic girdle C. lower limbs D. pectoral girdle |
C. lower limbs
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The humerus, radius, and ulna are bones of the:
A. upper limbs B. pelvic girdle C. lower limbs D. pectoral girdle |
A. upper limbs
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Smooth muscle cells lack:
A. peristalsis B. striations C. motive power D. involuntary control |
B. striations
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Which of the following muscles are found in the legs?
A. Obliques B. Quadriceps C. Temporalis D. Biceps |
B. Quadriceps
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Specialized cells responsible for contractions in the body are called:
A. skin B. bones C. nerves D. muscles |
D. muscles
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Which of the following is the largest organ of the body?
A. Skin B. Liver C. Heart D. Colon |
A. Skin
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Nerves and blood supply are located in which layer of the skin?
A. Dermis B. Epidermis C. Hypodermis D. Hyperdermis |
A. Dermis
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Which of the following are responsible for providing immunity?
A. White blood cells B. Red blood cells C. Hormones D. Platelets |
A. White blood cells
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The breathing process removes which of the following gases from body cells?
A. Hydrogen B. Methane C. Carbon dioxide D. Carbon monoxide |
C. Carbon dioxide
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Which of the following is true regarding the respiratory system?
A. Filters, warms, and humidifies the air breathed in B. Supplies carbon dioxide to the cells of the body C. Carries hormones from their site of origin to distant tissues D. Aides in clotting of blood when vessels are damaged |
A. Filters, warms, and humidifies the air breathed in
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Which of the following transports food to the stomach?
A. Tongue B. Larynx C. Pharynx D. Esophagus |
D. Esophagus
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Which organ produces bile?
A. Gallbladder B. Large intestine C. Small intestine D. Liver |
D. Liver
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The entire delicate central nervous system is protected by:
A. fluid B. muscle C. fatty tissue D. bony encasement |
D. bony encasement
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The portion of the brain responsible for consciousness is the:
A. cranium B. cerebrum C. cerebellum D. brain stem |
B. cerebrum
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Which of the following is a function of the voluntary nervous system?
A. Heart rate B. Saliva secretion C. Diameter of blood vessels D. Skeletal muscle contractions |
D. Skeletal muscle contractions
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Which of the following is a function of the autonomic nervous system?
A. Sensation B. Heart rate C. Mental functions D. Skeletal contractions |
B. Heart rate
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Where is the tympanic membrane located? The
A. ear B. eye C. nose D. throat |
A. ear
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The seminal vesicles and bulbourethral glands are part of the:
A. sensory system B. endocrine system C. male reproductive system D. female reproductive system |
C. male reproductive system
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It is important for the SPD technician to learn anatomy and physiology in order to:
A. diagnose illness B. know more than their co-workers C. recognize where instruments are used D. be aware of the effects of microorganisms |
C. recognize where instruments are used
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