Anatomy and Histology Quiz ch12

What is the major function of the lungs?

• Excretion

• Circulation

• Gas exchange

• Digestion

Which nerve fibers arise from the vagus nerve and thoracic ganglia for the lungs?

• Sciatic nerve

• Motor nerve fibers

• Femoral nerve

• Sensory nerve fibers

What is the function of the pleurae in the lungs?

• Produce hormones

• Produce pleural fluid

• Produce mucus

• Produce bile

What is the shape of the lungs?

• Oval

• Square

• Pyramid-shaped

• Round

Which system controls bronchoconstriction and bronchodilation in the lungs?

• Circulatory system

• Nervous system

• Endocrine system

• Immune system

What is the function of the pulmonary capillary network in the lungs?

• Gas exchange

• Nutrient absorption

• Waste removal

• Hormone production

What separates the lobes in each lung?

• Nerves

• Arteries

• Veins

• Fissures

Which artery carries deoxygenated, arterial blood to the alveoli in the lungs?

• Pulmonary artery

• Coronary artery

• Carotid artery

• Femoral artery

What is the role of the parasympathetic nervous system in the lungs?

• Regulate heart rate

• Cause bronchoconstriction

• Control digestion

• Stimulate bronchodilation

Where is the cardiac notch located in the lungs?

• Right lung

• Left lung

• Top of the lung

• Bottom of the lung