HBS Unit 1 Exam

Front

What is the ulna?

Back

The ulna is one of the two long bones in the forearm, located on the opposite side of the thumb.

Front

What type of tissue covers the surface of the body inside and out?

Back

Epithelial tissue covers the body surfaces, lines cavities and organs, and forms glands.

Front

What is a tendon?

Back

A tendon is a bundle of collagen fibers that connects muscle to bone.

Front

How do skeletal muscles work?

Back

Skeletal muscles always work in pairs; when one muscle contracts, the other relaxes.

Front

What does the term 'popliteal' refer to?

Back

The term 'popliteal' refers to the region located behind the knee.

Front

What is the function of epithelial tissue?

Back

Epithelial tissue serves as a protective barrier, facilitates absorption, secretion, and sensation.

Front

What is the difference between a tendon and a ligament?

Back

A tendon connects muscle to bone, while a ligament connects bone to bone.

Front

What are the main types of muscle tissue?

Back

The main types of muscle tissue are skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle.

Front

What is the role of connective tissue?

Back

Connective tissue supports, binds together, and protects tissues and organs of the body.

Front

What is the anatomical position?

Back

The anatomical position is a standard position of the body used as a reference point, where the body stands upright, facing forward, with arms at the sides and palms facing forward.