BSC 2087 - Human Anatomy and Physiology » Spring 2022 » Chapter 1 Homework

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Question #1
The study that uses microscopes to see the minute details of organ parts is called
A.   Systemic anatomy
B.   Gross anatomy
C.   Pathology
D.   Microscopic anatomy
Question #2
The dorsal cavity contains what two organs?
A.   Liver and pancreas
B.   Brain and spinal cord
C.   Right and left lung
D.   Diaphragm and lungs
Question #3
The thoracic cavity contains which group of organs?
A.   Esophagus, bronchi, lungs, trachea, thymus gland, and heart
B.   Stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, small intestine, appendix, and part of the large intestine
C.   Brain and spinal cord
D.   Urinary bladder, reproductive organs, rectum, remainder of the large intestine, and appendix
Question #4
What plane divides the body into upper and lower parts?
A.   Sagittal
B.   Transverse
C.   Coronal
D.   Frontal
Question #5
The ability of the body to regulate its internal environment within narrow limits is called
A.   Life functions
B.   Anabolism
C.   Homeostasis
D.   Catabolism
Question #6
The word root dors means
A.   Side
B.   Middle
C.   Back
D.   Tail
Question #7
The study of all forms of life is called
A.   Botany
B.   Biology
C.   Anatomy
D.   Physiology
Question #8
Anterior means
A.   Upper or above another
B.   Front or in front of
C.   Toward the midline
D.   Back or in back of
Question #9
The sagittal plane divides the body into what two parts?
A.   Upper and lower
B.   Anterior and posterior
C.   Dorsal and ventral
D.   Right and left
Question #10
The epigastric region is located just inferior to the
A.   Sternum
B.   Navel
C.   Ribs
D.   Anterior iliac spine
Question #11
The word root ante means what?
A.   Above
B.   Behind
C.   Below
D.   In front of
Question #12
The metric system uses what unit for measuring volume?
A.   Meter
B.   Liter
C.   Gram
D.   Milligram
Question #13
The study of the structure, function, and development of cells is called
A.   Histology
B.   Cytology
C.   Genetics
D.   Dermatology
Question #14
Which cavity encloses the teeth and tongue?
A.   Buccal
B.   Nasal
C.   Orbital
D.   Cranial
Question #15
The formation and release of hormones from a cell or structure is called
A.   Digestion
B.   Secretion
C.   Assimilation
D.   Excretion
Question #16
The suffix -tom refers to
A.   Pertaining to
B.   Study of
C.   Cutting
D.   Process of
Question #17
A superficial wound means the wound is
A.   Near the point of attachment of the limb
B.   Toward the midline of the body
C.   On or near the surface of the body
D.   Penetrating the stomach
Question #18
In the metric system, the prefix centi- stands for
A.   1/1,000,000
B.   1/100
C.   1000
D.   1/1000
Question #19
Endocrinology is the study of the
A.   Nervous system
B.   Heart
C.   Integumentary system
D.   Hormonal system
Question #20
Distal means
A.   Nearest the point of attachment
B.   Away from the median
C.   Toward the head
D.   Farthest from the point of attachment

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