Adaptations develop in response to

How many characteristics of life must an organism possess to be considered living?

Humans must maintain a constant intern state called

Which level of organization can be considered a living organism?

Which is the proper cellular levels of organization from smallest to largest?

A group of different tissues working together is defined as

The small, specialized structures within cells are called

Which cell is responsible for transporting oxygen to body cells?

Sex cells are known by all of the following terms EXCEPT

Which cells are responsible for transducing sound waves into signals received by the brain?

Neurons are cells that

Which body system is responsible for the exchange of gases?

Which two systems work closely together to allow for support, structure, and movement?

This system provides a protective barrier around the body as well as lines internal body cavities

This system is responsible for the breakdown of food and absorption of nutrients

Communicable diseases are caused by

The smallest of all the pathogens are

These pathogens are single-celled but larger than bacteria

All of the following pathogens are considered living organisms EXCEPT

Select the choice that is an example of indirect contact with an infected person.

If a disease is transmitted from infected animal to human, it is most likely transmitted by

True or False: Some pathogens occur naturally in foods, soil, and water while others are transmitted to these sources by sick individuals.

Pathogens found on objects outside of the body

True or False: The common cold can be effectively treated with antibiotics.

Which infectious disease is caused by a fungal infection?

This deadly viruses leaves its survivors badly scarred from the disease's blisters.

This disease is sexually transmitted and can be effectively treated with antibiotics

Antibiotics are used to treat

One way that antibiotics work is to

Vaccines could contain all of the following EXCEPT

True or False: Vaccines are known to cause autism.

Which method works by using the body's immune system to create antibodies against specific diseases?

The process by which the brain organizes and interprets sensory information is known as

These cells convert physical energy in the environment into electrical impulses that travel through the nervous system

Which of the following is that absolute threshold for hearing?

One drop of perfume in a large apartment is the absolute threshold for which sense?

A sensory response is reduced or disappears after prolonged exposure to a stimulus. This is known as

In the image above, you will see a door from three separate angles. Even though the shape of the door does not appear to be a rectangle from all of the vantage points, you still know that the shape of the door is always a rectangle. This is known as

In the illusion below, the interior lines appear to be different lengths. In reality, they are exactly the same length. This illusion is known as the

The distinguishing quality of a sound that relates to its complexity is known as

TRUE OR FALSE: Adults like stronger tastes than children because adults have more tastebuds.

Which of the following is NOT a basic type of taste?

When you inhale scent particles,

Due to various conditions such as phantom limb symdrome, some people feel pain even without the stimulation of sensory nerve signals. The fact that this can occur shows support for

Exposure to sensory information in the early years of life is essential to the normal development of the senses and language. This time frame is known as

In the words below, parts of the letters cannot be seen. However, you are still able to interpret the word as "READ." Your brain is able to do this because of

Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic functions of the nervous system?

Which of the following correctly lists the structures of the Central Nervous System?

Neurons that relay sensory information TO the spinal cord and brain are called

Which neuronal structure carries electrical impulses away from the cell body to communicate with other cells?

What is the name of the fatty insulation that surrounds the axon?

Which type of cell forms the myelin sheath in the Central Nervous System?

Which brain region is that largest and most developed in the human brain?

Which part of the peripheral nervous system is involved in the fight or flight stress response?

Which function does the endocrine system regulate?

Which of the following is NOT an endocrine gland?

Most commonly, the messengers of the endocrine system are

Which gland regulates calcium levels and usage in the body?

Which is the "master gland" of the endocrine system?

TRUE or FALSE: Hormones will only act on specific cells that possess receptors for them.

The regulation of blood sugar by insulin is an example of

Which hormone is released by the adrenal gland during dangerous situations?

This male sex hormone acts to stimulate sexual development as well as the production of muscles and body hair.

Which of the following is NOT a structure of the cardiovasacular system?

Which of the following about the heart is true?

Which of the following is NOT one of the heart wall layers?

How many chambers does the human heart have?

What are the two sounds that the heart makes?

Which structures connect the arterioles to the venules?

Which blood component should make up the largest percentage of a normal human's blood stream?

Which of the following is NOT a disease of the cardiovascular system?

Interstitial tissue fluid that enters lymph vessels is known as

Which is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?

The small intestine contains specialized lymphatic capillaries for the transportation of dietary lipids. These capillaries are known as

Lymphatic capillaries are comprised of a single layer of ______________ cells.

Milky colored lymph that carries lipids is called

Which duct drains lymph from the majority of the body?

Which is NOT an organ of the lymphatic system?

TRUE or FALSE: All lymph nodes are located just below the surface of the skin.

This lymphatic organ filters the blood to recycle old cells and detect pathogens.

This lymphatic organ is much larger (in relation to body size) in a developing fetus than an adult.

This disorder is characterized by an infection and inflammation of the lymph vessels.

Cancer of the lymphocytes or lymphatic tissues is known as

The function of the tonsils is to

Which is NOT true about lymph nodes?

The lymphatic system is a drainage system most associated with

Which is NOT a type of lymphatic cell?

The function of the digestive system is to

Digestion begins in which body structure?

Which of the following is an accessory structure to the digestive system?

Which is the correct order for the passage of food during digestion?

Which enzyme starts carbohydrate digestion?

Smooth muscle contractions that move food through the digestive track are called

What is the term for a chewed clump of food mixed with saliva?

Digestion in this structure utilizes enzymes from the pancreas and bile from the liver.

These small finger-like structures in the jejunum and ileum increase surface area for maximum nutrient absorption.

What does bile do?

Which system maintains homeostasis and eliminates metabolic wastes?

Which structure is NOT part of the urinary system?

Kidneys are comprised of small functional units called

The tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder is called the

This saclike organ stores urine and swells as it fills.

Dialysis is a treatment for

Kidneys remove this waste product of protein metabolism from the blood

TRUE or FALSE: Salt can be excreted through the skin.

Which of the following is NOT an essential nutrient?

Which of the following is a source of simple carbohydrates?

The two types of fiber are

What does fiber do for the body?

Which of the following does NOT provide the body with energy?

There are ____ amino acids, but ______ cannot be made by the body.

What term refers to proteins that contain all of the essential amino acids?

Saturated fats are ________ fats, and are _________ at room temperature.

Which of the following is a fat soluble vitamin?

This vitamin aids in night vision and skin health.

This vitamin is needed for blood to clot properly.

Which of the following is found in high amounts in processed foods such as Stove Top Stuffing and Ramen noodles?

A deficiency in this mineral leads to anemia.

Which of the following is considered a "crash" or "fad" diet?

All of the following are considered medical diets EXCEPT

TRUE or FALSE: The purpose of all diets is to lose weight.

At what age do erections begin in males?

This sterilization method in males involves severing the vas deferens.

This structure produces sperm and testosterone in males.

What are the smallest cells in the human body?

The purpose of this structure is to mature the sperm.

The structure(s) that nourish the sperm and allow them to move is/are

Which structure secretes an alkaline fluid that helps the neutralize the acidic vaginal pH?

This procedures involves an incision in the perineum to enlarge the vagina during childbirth. It is not longer a routine procedure.

The structure that stores the ova in a a female is called the

This structure must dilate to 10cm during childbirth to allow the baby pass into the birth canal.

The average menstrual/reproductive cycle is how long?

When a developing organisms implants into the uterus, it is in the form of

What does the placenta do for the fetus?

Which of the following is NOT a change that mothers should typically expect during pregnancy?

During childbirth, uterine contractions put pressure on the cervix, which signals the pituary to release

During childbirth, when is the placenta delivered?

Which of the following is a type of genetic disorder?

MOST autosomal genetic disorders are caused by

The most common genetic disorder among Caucasians is

Which genetic disorder is caused by a mutation in the gene that codes for an ion protein pump?

Difficulty breathing, persistent respiratory system infections, and malnutrition are symptoms of

A mutation on chromosome 11 leads to malformed hemoglobin in this genetic disorder.

Symptoms of sickle cell anemia include

Which term describes the fact that carriers for diseases such an sickle cell anemia and cystic fibrosis are better able to survive over non-carriers under certain circumstances?

Which genetic disorder is caused by a dominant allele?

Symptoms for Huntington's disease typically appear by age ____, and death usually occurs within ____ years after the onset of symptoms.

Which disease is believed to be influenced by many, rather than one, gene?

Sex-linked disorders are almost always caused be genes on the

This disorder is caused by a mutation in clotting factor VII and is characterized by uncontrollable bleeding.

TRUE/FALSE: Individuals that are colorblind usually only see in black and white.

The error in which chromosomes fail to separate evenly during meiosis is called

Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21) can be caused by nondisjunction or

What is the earliest date that chorionic villus sampling can be carried out during pregnancy?

This procedure involves removing amniotic fluid to test fetal cells for potential abnormalities.

This procedure uses high frequency sound waves to create a computer-generated image of a developing fetus.