General Anatomy

Question 1

What is the study of the structures of the human body called?

Answer 1

Anatomy

Anatomy focuses on the physical structure of the body.

Question 2

What is the study of the functions and activities performed by the body’s structures?

Answer 2

Physiology

Physiology examines how different systems in the body work and interact.

Question 3

What is the study of the structure and composition of tissue?

Answer 3

Histology

Histology involves microscopic examination of tissues.

Question 4

Cells are responsible for _____

Answer 4

carrying on all life processes

Cells perform essential functions necessary for life.

Question 5

What plays an important part in cell mutation and replenishment?

Answer 5

The nucleus

The nucleus is essential for genetic material and cell regulation.

Question 6

Mitochondria work to keep the cell full of _______.

Answer 6

energy

Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell.

Question 7

Neurons are cells that transmit _______.

Answer 7

nerve impulses

Neurons are specialized cells responsible for carrying information throughout the body.

Question 8

Mitosis is the process through which the cell divides into two identical cells, called _______ cells.

Answer 8

daughter

Daughter cells are the result of cell division during mitosis.

Question 9

What is a chemical process through which the cells are nourished and carry out their activities?

Answer 9

Metabolism

Metabolism encompasses all chemical reactions that occur within a living organism.

Question 10

This system includes the adrenal gland, pituitary gland, and pancreas: _______.

Answer 10

endocrine

The endocrine system is responsible for hormone production and regulation.

Question 11

This system affects the growth and development, sexual activities, and normal regulatory processes of the body: _______.

Answer 11

endocrine

The endocrine system plays a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis.

Question 12

This system includes the kidneys and the bladder: _______.

Answer 12

excretory

The excretory system is involved in waste elimination and fluid balance.

Question 13

The largest organ of the body is part of this body system: _______.

Answer 13

integumentary

The integumentary system includes the skin, which is the largest organ.

Question 14

The spleen and lymph are the organs that make up the lymphatic system and their function is to: _______.

Answer 14

protect the body from disease

The lymphatic system plays a critical role in the immune response.

Question 15

The nervous system includes which organs? _______.

Answer 15

brain

The brain is the central organ of the nervous system, controlling most bodily functions.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The _______ system is responsible for hormone production.

Answer 16

endocrine

Hormones regulate various bodily functions and processes.

Question 17

List two organs included in the excretory system.

Answer 17

• kidneys
• bladder

These organs are essential for filtering blood and excreting waste.

Question 18

The reproductive system includes which of the following organs?

Answer 18

uterus, ovaries, penis, testes

The reproductive system is responsible for producing offspring and includes organs specific to male and female anatomy.

Question 19

The respiratory system enables this organ to enable breathing:

Answer 19

lungs

The lungs are essential for gas exchange, allowing oxygen to enter the bloodstream and carbon dioxide to be expelled.

Question 20

The _______ system forms the physical foundation of the body.

Answer 20

skeletal

The skeletal system provides structure, support, and protection for the body’s organs.

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the skeletal system?

Answer 21

storing most of the body’s blood supply

The skeletal system primarily provides shape, support, and protection, and aids in blood cell production, but does not store blood.

Question 22

The uppermost and largest bone of the arm, extending from the elbow to the shoulder is the _______.

Answer 22

humerus

The humerus is the long bone in the upper arm that connects the shoulder to the elbow.

Question 23

What does the circulatory system include?

Answer 23

blood vessels and the heart

The circulatory system is responsible for transporting blood, nutrients, gases, and waste products throughout the body.

Question 24

Which glands are part of the endocrine system?

Answer 24

adrenal gland, pituitary gland, and pancreas

The endocrine system regulates various functions including metabolism, growth, and sexual development through hormone secretion.

Question 25

This system affects growth and development, sexual activities, and normal regulatory processes of the body: _______

Answer 25

endocrine

Question 26

Which system includes the kidneys and the bladder?

Answer 26

excretory ## Footnote The excretory system is responsible for removing waste products from the body and regulating water balance.

Question 27

What is the largest organ of the body part of?

Answer 27

integumentary system ## Footnote The integumentary system includes the skin, which serves as a barrier protecting the body from external damage.

Question 28

The spleen and lymph are the organs that make up which system?

Answer 28

lymphatic system ## Footnote The lymphatic system plays a vital role in immune function and fluid balance in the body.

Question 29

What is the function of the spleen and lymph in the lymphatic system?

Answer 29

protect the body from disease ## Footnote The lymphatic system helps in the defense against pathogens and the maintenance of fluid levels.

Question 30

The nervous system includes which organ?

Answer 30

brain ## Footnote The nervous system is responsible for transmitting signals between different parts of the body and coordinating responses.

Question 31

True or False: The digestive system is responsible for growth and development.

Answer 31

False ## Footnote The endocrine system, not the digestive system, primarily regulates growth and development.

Question 32

The respiratory system enables this organ to enable breathing:

Answer 32

lungs ## Footnote The lungs are essential for gas exchange, allowing oxygen to enter the bloodstream and carbon dioxide to be expelled.

Question 33

The _______ system forms the physical foundation of the body.

Answer 33

skeletal ## Footnote The skeletal system provides structure, support, and protection for the body's organs.

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the skeletal system?

Answer 34

storing most of the body's blood supply ## Footnote The skeletal system primarily provides shape, support, and protection, and helps produce blood cells, but does not store blood.

Question 35

A joint is a connection between _______ of the skeleton.

Answer 35

two or more bones ## Footnote Joints allow for movement and flexibility in the skeletal system.

Question 36

The uppermost and largest bone of the arm, extending from the elbow to the shoulder is the _______.

Answer 36

humerus ## Footnote The humerus is the long bone in the upper arm that connects the elbow to the shoulder.

Question 37

The longer bone of the forearm is the _______

Answer 37

humerus ## Footnote The humerus is the bone of the upper arm, while the radius and ulna are the bones of the forearm.

Question 38

The shorter of the two bones of the forearm is the _______

Answer 38

radius ## Footnote The radius is located on the same side as the thumb, while the ulna is the longer bone on the opposite side.

Question 39

The _______ is a flexible joint composed of a group of eight small irregular bones held together by ligaments.

Answer 39

carpus ## Footnote The carpus, or wrist, consists of eight carpal bones that allow for a wide range of motion.

Question 40

The bones of the palm of the hand are referred to as the _______.

Answer 40

metacarpus ## Footnote The metacarpus consists of five metacarpal bones that connect the wrist to the fingers.

Question 41

The bones of the leg include the _______.

Answer 41

femur, tibia, and fibula ## Footnote The femur is the thigh bone, while the tibia and fibula are the two bones of the lower leg.

Question 42

The femur is described as _______.

Answer 42

a heavy, long bone that forms the leg above the knee ## Footnote The femur is the longest bone in the human body and supports the weight of the body during movement.