Chapter 6 General Anatomy

What is the difference between anatomy and physiology?

• One starts with A and the other with an P.

• Anatomy is study of shape and structure, and Physiology is study of functions.

• Physiology is study of shape and structure, and Anatomy is study of functions.

• None are correct.

What part of the cell carries the genetic information?

• Cytoplasm

• Nucleus

• Chromosomes

• Nucleus

What are the two major body cavities?

• Thoracic and Ventral

• Spinal and Cranial

• Pelvic and Abdominopelvic

• Ventral and Dorsal

Which cavity contains the heart, lungs, esophagus, and trachea?

• Spinal Cavity

• Abdominal Cavity

• Thoracic Cavity

• Pelvic Cavity

What plane is also called Transverse Plane?

• Horizontal Plane

• Frontal Plane

• Midsagittal Plane

• Air Plane

What is the third unit in the human body organizational levels?

• Organs

• Body Systems

• Cells

• Tissues

Term for the specialization function of cells?

• Diversity

• Different

• Decisive

• Differentiation

Coronal Plane is also called _________.

• Frontal Plane

• Horizontal Plane

• Transverse Plane

• Median Plane

Which tissue has the ability to lengthen or shorten to provide movement to body part?

• Connective Tissue

• Nerve Tissue

• Muscle Tissue

• Epithelial Tissue

Which of these are a function of Connective Tissue?

• Make up the walls of the heart.

• Protect the body from exposure to disease causing organisms.

• Store fat.

• Carry messages to and from the brain.