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Anatomy and Histology Quiz ch12

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the major function of the lungs?

a)

Excretion

b)

Circulation

c)

Gas exchange

d)

Digestion

2.

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

a)

Sciatic nerve

b)

Motor nerve fibers

c)

Femoral nerve

d)

Sensory nerve fibers

3.

What is the function of the pleurae in the lungs?

a)

Produce hormones

b)

Produce pleural fluid

c)

Produce mucus

d)

Produce bile

4.

What is the shape of the lungs?

a)

Oval

b)

Square

c)

Pyramid-shaped

d)

Round

5.

Which system controls bronchoconstriction and bronchodilation in the lungs?

a)

Circulatory system

b)

Nervous system

c)

Endocrine system

d)

Immune system

6.

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

a)

Gas exchange

b)

Nutrient absorption

c)

Waste removal

d)

Hormone production

7.

What separates the lobes in each lung?

a)

Nerves

b)

Arteries

c)

Veins

d)

Fissures

8.

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

a)

Pulmonary artery

b)

Coronary artery

c)

Carotid artery

d)

Femoral artery

9.

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

a)

Regulate heart rate

b)

Cause bronchoconstriction

c)

Control digestion

d)

Stimulate bronchodilation

10.

Where is the cardiac notch located in the lungs?

a)

Right lung

b)

Left lung

c)

Top of the lung

d)

Bottom of the lung

11.

What is the function of the pleural fluid in the lungs?

a)

Create friction

b)

Lubricate surfaces

c)

Prevent gas exchange

d)

Increase pressure

12.

Which nerve controls coughing reflexes in the lungs?

a)

Auditory nerve

b)

Optic nerve

c)

Sciatic nerve

d)

Vagus nerve

13.

What is the structure that separates lobules in the lungs?

a)

Alveoli

b)

Bronchioles

c)

Pleurae

d)

Interlobular septum

14.

Where does the pulmonary vein drain oxygenated blood from in the lungs?

a)

Pulmonary capillaries

b)

Bronchi

c)

Bronchioles

d)

Alveoli

15.

What is the function of the visceral pleura in the lungs?

a)

Creates cavities

b)

Produces hormones

c)

Connects to the thoracic wall

d)

Surrounds the lung