Example test

When a cell is placed in a solution with a very low solute concentration, water diffuses into the cell.  Such a solution is called a(n) ________ solution

• isotonic

• hypertonic

• hypotonic

• endotonic

The release of neurotransmitter from a neuron is an example of...

• exocytosis and is a form of passive transport.

• exocytosis and it requires expenditure of ATP.

• pinocytosis and it is a form of primary active transport.

• endocytosis and is a form of passive transport.

• receptor-mediated endocytosis and it requires expenditure of ATP.

Which is not a function of the integument?

• Protection

• Water loss prevention

• Synthesis of calcitriol

• Temperature regulation

Blood capillaries that supply nourishment for the epidermis are located in the...

• epidermal ridges

• reticular connective tissue.

• epidermis proper

• dermal papillae

• subcutaneous layer

Cancer cells in the epidermis are attacked by

• melanocytes

• keratinocytes

• Merkel cells

• epidermal dendritic cells

Where does hemopoiesis occur?

• Yellow bone marrow

• Epiphyseal line

• Nutrient foramina

• Red bone marrow

• Endosteum

Which is a sesamoid bone?

• Patella

• Talus

• Cuboid

• Sphenoid

• Scaphoid

An example of a flat bone would be the

• femur

• radius

• calcaneus

• trapezoid

• sternum

Which region of a growing bone contains the epiphyseal plate?

• Proximal epiphysis

• Periphysis

• Distal epiphysis

• Diaphysis

• Metaphysis

Which is false regarding the periosteum?

• It is composed of dense regular connective tissue.

• It provides stem cells for bone growth and repair.

• It is anchored to the bone by collagen fibers.

• It includes two layers: outer fibrous and inner cellular.

• It covers the entire bone surface, with the exception of articular areas.