Anatomy and Physiology Quiz

What is the primary function of the ventral cavity?

• Contains the spinal cord

• Contains the digestive organs

• Contains the brain

• Contains the heart and lungs

Which cavity contains the heart?

• Pelvic cavity

• Abdominal cavity

• Thoracic cavity

• Cranial cavity

What is the function of the meninges?

• Supports the lungs

• Covers the brain and spinal cord

• Protects the heart

• Lines the abdominal cavity

What type of membrane is the pericardium?

• Cutaneous membrane

• Synovial membrane

• Mucous membrane

• Serous membrane

What is homeostasis?

• The response to external stimuli

• The growth of tissues

• The maintenance of a stable internal environment

• The process of cell division

What is the normal body temperature in Fahrenheit?

• 99.5 degrees

• 97.0 degrees

• 98.6 degrees

• 100.4 degrees

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

• Energy production

• Protein synthesis

• Cell division

• Selective permeability

Which type of microscope uses electrons to view internal structures?

• Atomic force microscope

• Scanning electron microscope

• Light microscope

• Transmission electron microscope

What is the primary component of the plasma membrane?

• Lipids

• Proteins

• Nucleic acids

• Carbohydrates

What is the role of cholesterol in the plasma membrane?

• Acts as a receptor

• Provides energy

• Forms the lipid bilayer

• Maintains membrane fluidity