Which statemem=nt best describes the relationship between structure and function

•  normal structure always leads to pathology 

•  the anatomy of specific body parts often suggest their functions 

•  structure and function are only related in certain body parts 

•  the functions of most body parts are unrelated to their structure

 Cytology is the study of ________________ and their structures, while histology is the study of __________________.

•  single cells, tissue 

•  single cells, organs 

•  tissues, single cells 

•  tissues, organs

The study of the structure and relationships of large body parts that are visible without a microscope is termed macroscopic or ________________ anatomy. 

• radiographic 

•  pathologic 

•  gross 

•  surgical 

Which of the following terms represents the highest level of organization? 

• tissue 

•  cell 

•  organism 

•  organ 

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Tissues can best be described as 

• specialized structural and functional units within cells 

•  precise organizations of similar cells that perform specialized functions 

•  a level of organization between the organ and the organ system 

•  includes things like DNA and glucose 

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Structures consisting of two or more tissue types that work together to perform specific functions are called 

• organs 

•  organ systems 

•  organisms 

•  none of the above 

Which of the following is not a basic characteristic or feature of all organisms? 

  

 

• growth

• metabolism 

•  circulation 

• reproduction 

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The consistent internal environment maintained by control and regulatory mechanisms within an organism is called 

 

  

• metabolism 

• responsiveness 

•  organization 

• homeostasis

Which of the following does not correctly pair an organ with its organ system? 

 

 

• brain, nervous system 

•  heart, lymphatic system 

• thyroid, endocrine system 

•  liver, digestive system

The trachea is part of the ______________ system. 

 

• digestive

•  nervous 

•  respiratory 

•  cardiovascular