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Which branch of science refers to the form and organization of body parts?
Anatomy
Which branch if science refers to the function of specific body parts?
Physiology
The smallest and "MOST" numerous structural units possessing the basic characteristics of life at called
Cells
Which of the following is "NOT an environmental factor required for life
Cold
The nucleus is the cells?
Brain
In which part of a cell are food molecules received processed and used?
Cytoplasm
Complex structures with specialized functions within the body are known as
Organs
Red blood cells develop in which part of the body
Bone marrow
The smallest bones of the body are found in the
Middle ear
Which of the following supports the tongue and functions in swallowing
Hyoid bone
The skull, hyoid, vertebral column, and thoracic cage are part of the
axial skeleton
Which of the following best defines the system level of organization in the human body
Various numbers and kinds of organs which together perform complex functions for the body
Which of the following bones can be found in the axial skeleton
Sternum
Is a part of the appendicular skeleton
Humerus
The femur tibula and fibula are bones of the
Lower limbs
The humerus radius and ulna are bones of a
Upper limbs
Smooth muscle cells lack
Striations
Which of the following muscles are found in the leg
Quadriceps
Specialized cells responsible for contractions in the body are called
Muscles
Is the largest organ of the body
Skin
Nerves and blood supply are located in which layer of the skin
Dermis
Is responsible for providing immunity
White blood cells
The breathing process removes which gas from body cells
Carbon dioxide
What is the respiratory system main function
Filters warms and humidifies the air breathed in
Transport food to the stomach
Esophagus
What organ produces bile
Liver
The entire delicate central nervous system is protected by
bony encasement
The portion of the brain responsible for consciousness is the
cerebrum
Is a function of the voluntary nervous system
Skeletal muscle contractions
Is a function of the autonomic nervous system
Heart rate
Where is the tympanic membrane located
Ear
The seminal vesicles and bulbourethral glands are part of
Male reproductive system
It is important for the sterile processing department technician to learn anatomy and physiology in order to
Recognize where instruments are used