Anatomy & Physiology Chapter 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the main focus of physiology?

• The study of body structure

• The study of body function

• The study of body diseases

• The study of body movement

Open Ended

Why is it important to understand the structure and function of the human body in the study of anatomy and physiology?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes physiology?

• The study of how the body and its parts work or function

• The study of large body structures

• The study of body structures too small to be seen with the naked eye

• The study of the structure and shape of the body and its parts

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about the relationship between structure and function in the body are correct?

• The parts of the body form a well-organized unit

• Structure and function are always related

• The cardiovascular system is unrelated to structure and function

• You should view the body only in terms of structure

Open Ended

Why is it important to use levels of organization when studying the human body?

Open Ended

Explain how each level of organization in the body is related to the preceding level.

Fill in the Blank

The building blocks of all matter are called

.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a cell, the smallest unit of all living things?

• Neuron

• Water molecule

• Organ system

• Tissue

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the four basic types of tissue in the human body?

• Epithelial tissue

• Connective tissue

• Muscle tissue

• Bone tissue

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements correctly describe the organ level of biological organization?

• Organs are composed of two or more tissue types.

• Organs perform specific functions.

• Organs are the smallest units of life.

• The brain is an example of an organ.

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The central nervous system (CNS) is an example of an organ

in the human body.

Multiple Choice

How many organ systems are found in the human body?

• 7

• 9

• 11

• 13

Open Ended

Explain how multiple organ systems work together to maintain the functioning of an organism. Provide an example involving at least two organ systems.

Open Ended

Why is it important to study both the independent and interrelated functions of organ systems in the human body?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of the integumentary system?

• Waterproofs the body

• Cushions and protects deeper tissues

• Performs hematopoiesis

• Helps regulate body temperature

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The skeletal system performs

, which is the formation of blood cells.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are functions of the nervous system?

• Responds to external stimuli

• Produces and releases hormones

• Assesses information and activates effectors

• Carries oxygen and nutrients

Multiple Choice

Which gland is NOT part of the endocrine system?

• Pituitary gland

• Sebaceous gland

• Thyroid gland

• Adrenal gland

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of the respiratory system?

• Keeps the body supplied with oxygen

• Removes carbon dioxide from the body

• Breaks down food for energy

• Allows gases to be transported to and from the lungs

Open Ended

Explain how the lymphatic system complements the cardiovascular system.

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The organ that produces bile to help break down fats is the

.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are functions of the digestive system?

• Breakdown of food

• Reclaiming water

• Delivering products to the blood

• Regulating acid-base balance

Multiple Choice

What is the main function of the urinary (excretory) system?

• Produce offspring

• Remove nitrogen-containing wastes from the blood

• Break down food

• Supply oxygen to the body

Open Ended

After learning about the basics of anatomy and physiology, what questions do you still have or what would you like to explore further?

Open Ended

What is one new thing you learned about the human body from this session on anatomy and physiology?