Anatomy and Physiology Year 10 Quiz

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

• To produce blood cells

• To provide support and structure to the body

• To control body movements

• To protect internal organs

How many bones are in the adult human body?

• 206

• 305

• 150

• 265

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

• Gas exchange

• Blood filtration

• Sound production

• Regulation of blood pH

What is the main organ of the circulatory system?

• The lung

• The heart

• The liver

• The kidney

Which type of joint is found in the elbow?

• Ball and socket

• Hinge

• Pivot

• Saddle

What is the name of the process by which oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged in the lungs?

• Osmosis

• Diffusion

• Filtration

• Active transport

Which blood vessels carry blood away from the heart?

• Veins

• Arteries

• Capillaries

• Venules

What is the smallest bone in the human body?

• Femur

• Stapes

• Tibia

• Ulna

What is the primary muscle used in the process of inhalation?

• Diaphragm

• Intercostal muscles

• Abdominal muscles

• Pectoralis major

What type of blood cells are primarily responsible for carrying oxygen?

• White blood cells

• Red blood cells

• Platelets

• Plasma cells