Building Blocks /Human Body Flashcards
(30 cards)
Which area of science involves the study of the organs and systems of the body?
a.
myology
b.
histology
c.
anatomy
Anatomy
The control center of cell activities is called the:
Nucleus
Most of the activities of the cell take place in the:
Cytoplasm
All of the following statements about mitochondria are correct EXCEPT:
Question 4 Select one:
a.
take in nutrients
b.
break down nutrients
c.
create energy molecules
d.
protein builder of the cell
D.protein builder of the cell
The release of energy within a cell necessary for specific body functions is caused by:
Catabolism
What is the role of the epithelial tissue?
covers and protects body surfaces and internal organs
The tissue that contracts, when stimulated, to produce motion is known as:
Muscular tissue
A separate body structure that is composed of tissues is a(n):
Organ
The organ that controls body functions and synthesizes information is the:
Brain
The primary function of the excretory system is to:
eliminate waste/toxins from the body
Which type of tissue coordinates body functions in addition to carrying messages to and from the brain and spinal cord?
Nerve tissue
A group of body structures which perform one or more vital functions for the body is called a:
Body system
Which area of science involves the study of the organs and systems of the body?
Anatomy
Which primary organ of the lymphatic system filters old/non-functional red blood cells from the body?
Spleen
The process of cell growth and division is called the growth cycle.
False
Carbohydrates are converted to glucose for energy in the body, and excess carbohydrates can result in excess body fat.
True or false
True
The activity in which each cell absorbs food, grows in size and divides into two new cells is referred to as:
Mitosis
The body system that sends and receives body messages is called the:
Nervous system
The chemical process in which cells receive nutrients for cell growth and reproduction is known a
a.
anabolism
b.
physiology
c.
metabolism
d.
catabolism
Metabolism
Cell structures found in pairs near the nucleus are defined as:.
a.
DNA
b.
proteins
c.
centrioles
d.
molecules
Centrioles
The release of energy within a cell necessary for the performance of specific body functions is caused by:
a.
mitosis
b.
meiosis
c.
anabolism
d.
catabolism
Catabolism
Which type of tissue supports, protects and holds the body together?
a.
nerve tissue
b.
epithelial tissue
c.
muscular tissue
d.
connective tissue
Connective tissue
The colorless, gel-like substance containing water, salt and nutrients that cells are composed of is referred to as:
a.
cytoplasm
b.
anabolism
C.
protoplasm
D
metabolism.
C protoplasm.
What is the function of the digestive system?
a.
converts nutrients to energy
b.
eliminates waste from the body
C
allows living organisms to procreate
d.
controls growth and general health and reproduction of the body
converts nutrients to energy
