Applied Anatomy and Physiology Quiz

Front

When atoms bind together, they form microscopic particles called what?

Back

Molecules

Front

What type of compound always contains carbon molecules?

Back

Organic

Front

When identical atoms bind together, they form a molecule of a(n) __________.

Back

element

Front

What inorganic compound serves as the medium for most chemical exchanges between cells and tissues and is an essential component for transportation of nutrients and waste?

Back

Water

Front

The organic substances that make up all cells in the body are proteins, carbohydrates, __________, and __________.

Back

nucleic acids; lipids

Front

Three common structural components of almost all cells in the body are a nucleus, cytoplasm, and __________.

Back

plasma membrane

Front

What cell structure allows the cell to read and respond to its environment?

Back

Integral membrane proteins

Front

When the nucleus duplicates its DNA and then divides to form two identical nuclei with the same genetic blueprint, it is called __________.

Back

mitosis

Front

A key component of the cytoplasm inside cells is the gel-like medium made up of 75% to 90% water called __________.

Back

cytosol

Front

What are the two types of microscopic extensions on the outer surface of the plasma membrane of some cells?

Back

Microvilli and cilia