A&P Fall Semester Exam Review

Front

What are joints classified based on?

Back

Joints of the body are classified based on their movement.

Front

What is the term for movement that straightens a joint?

Back

Extension is the movement that straightens a joint.

Front

Which part of the eye is responsible for changing the lens shape?

Back

The ciliary body changes the lens shape in the eye.

Front

What does fibrosis refer to in tissue replacement?

Back

Fibrosis is the replacement of tissue with scar tissue.

Front

What type of muscle tissue is found in the walls of hollow organs?

Back

Smooth muscle tissue is found in the walls of hollow organs such as the stomach and blood vessels.

Front

What is the primary function of the iris in the eye?

Back

The iris controls the size of the pupil and thus the amount of light entering the eye.

Front

What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?

Back

Ball-and-socket joints allow for the greatest range of motion.

Front

What is the role of cartilage in joints?

Back

Cartilage provides cushioning and reduces friction between bones in a joint.

Front

What is the difference between flexion and extension?

Back

Flexion decreases the angle between two body parts, while extension increases it.

Front

What type of muscle is involuntary and striated?

Back

Cardiac muscle is involuntary and striated.