Understanding Human Anatomy and Movement

What is the anatomical term for the position where the body is lying face up?

• Prone

• Supine

• Lateral

• Medial

Which of the following is NOT a component of the heart?

• Atria

• Trachea

• Ventricles

• Chordae tendineae

What is the primary function of red blood cells (erythrocytes)?

• Fight infection

• Clot blood

• Transport oxygen

• Produce hormones

Which of the following blood vessels carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart?

• Pulmonary artery

• Vena cava

• Pulmonary vein

• Aorta

Which part of the respiratory system is responsible for voice production? (vocal cords)

• Pharynx

• Larynx

• Trachea

• Bronchioles

Which type of joint allows for the greatest range of movement?

• Hinge

• Pivot

• Ball and socket

• Saddle

What is the role of osteoclasts in bone remodelling?

• Build new bone tissue

• Break down old bone tissue

• Transport nutrients to bone

• Store calcium

Which muscle type is involuntary and non-fatiguing?

• Skeletal

• Cardiac

• Smooth

• Type IIx

Which plane of movement divides the body into left and right sections?

• Frontal plane

• Transverse plane

• Sagittal plane

• Coronal plane

What is the function of ligaments in the skeletal system?

• Connect muscles to bones

• Connect bones to bones

• Produce red blood cells

• Store minerals