A&P_Ch. 1-3:Lecture Study Review

The parietal pericardium is attached to the surface of the heart.

• True

• False

What is the anatomical term that indicates a structure close to the surface?

• Anterior

• Proximal

• Superficial

• Superior

What is the definition of metabolism?

• The taking in of nutrients.

• The removal of wastes produced by chemical reactions.

• The chemical reactions occurring in an organism that support life.

• The breakdown of substances into simpler forms.

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NGSS.HS-LS2-5

NGSS.HS-LS2-3

A parietal layer of a serous membrane_________, whereas a visceral layer of a serous membrane_________.

• A parietal layer of a serous membrane lines a cavity, whereas a visceral layer of a serous membrane covers an organ.

• A parietal layer of a serous membrane covers an organ, whereas a visceral layer of a serous membrane lines a cavity.

• A parietal layer of a serous membrane secretes hormones, whereas a visceral layer of a serous membrane absorbs nutrients.

• A parietal layer of a serous membrane is found only in the heart, whereas a visceral layer of a serous membrane is found only in the lungs.

What organ system contains organs that produce blood cells?

• Endocrine

• Skeletal

• Respiratory

• Muscular

The muscular system is responsible for body movements, maintenance of posture, and production of body heat.

• True

• False

What is the definition of homeostasis?

• The changing internal conditions.

• The maintenance of stable external conditions.

• The changing external conditions.

• The maintenance of stable internal conditions.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

A body in the anatomical position is lying down, as a cadaver would be positioned.

• True

• False

Organ systems consist of organs, which consist of tissues.

• True

• False

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NGSS.HS-LS1-2

The integumentary system is superficial to the skeletal system.

• True

• False