Exam 1 Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is the basic unit of life?
The cell.
True or False: The human body has 206 bones.
True.
What system is responsible for transporting blood throughout the body?
The circulatory system.
Fill in the blank: The __________ system is responsible for protecting the body from infection.
immune
What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
To facilitate gas exchange.
Which organ is primarily responsible for detoxifying chemicals and metabolizing drugs?
The liver.
What type of tissue connects muscles to bones?
Tendons.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of muscle tissue? A) Cardiac B) Smooth C) Epithelial D) Skeletal
C) Epithelial.
What is homeostasis?
The maintenance of a stable internal environment.
True or False: The endocrine system uses hormones to regulate bodily functions.
True.
What is the function of the integumentary system?
To protect the body and regulate temperature.
Fill in the blank: Neurons are the basic functional units of the __________ system.
nervous
What is the role of the kidneys in the body?
To filter blood and produce urine.
Multiple Choice: Which part of the brain is responsible for coordinating movement? A) Frontal Lobe B) Cerebellum C) Occipital Lobe D) Temporal Lobe
B) Cerebellum.
What is the main function of the skeletal system?
To provide support and protection to the body.
True or False: The stomach is part of the endocrine system.
False.
What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?
Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the largest organ in the human body.
skin
What is the primary role of red blood cells?
To transport oxygen.
Multiple Choice: Which type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion? A) Hinge B) Ball-and-socket C) Pivot D) Gliding
B) Ball-and-socket.
What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?
To help defend against infection and disease.
True or False: The pancreas is both an endocrine and exocrine gland.
True.
What is the role of the digestive system?
To break down food and absorb nutrients.
Fill in the blank: The __________ system regulates body functions through hormones.
endocrine
