ABEKA Biology God's Living Creation Test 4
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Which disease of the spinal cord is caused by a virus that destroys motor neurons?

  • Huntington's Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
  • Poliomyelitis (correct)

    • The axon of a neuron carries impulses toward the cell body.

    False

    What is the long fiber of a neuron that transmits signals from other nerve cells?

    axon

    The rhythmic waves of muscular contractions that move food through the digestive system are called ______.

    <p>peristalsis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which division of the nervous system includes the cranial and spinal nerves?

    <p>Peripheral Nervous System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What acid does the stomach produce to kill bacteria and help soften foods?

    <p>hydrochloric acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components with their respective functions in the digestive system:

    <p>Incisors = Cut food Pulp = Contains nerves and blood vessels Alimentary canal = Another name for the digestive tract Dendrites = Carry information toward the cell body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vitamin C is a fat-soluble vitamin.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Neurons that relay messages between other neurons are called ______.

    <p>interneurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the tooth contains nerves and blood vessels?

    <p>Pulp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain is responsible for coordinating skeletal muscle activity?

    <p>Cerebellum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The medulla oblongata is responsible for voluntary actions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the eye is transparent and allows light to enter?

    <p>Cornea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The lacrimal gland is responsible for producing tears.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary organ of digestion and absorption?

    <p>small intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The protective layers of tissue that surround the brain and spinal cord are called ______.

    <p>meninges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of neuron is responsible for transmitting sound impulses from the inner ear to the brain?

    <p>Auditory nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Astigmatism = Defective vision caused by an asymmetrically curved cornea Stroke = Serious injury of the nervous system caused by a blockage or rupture of a blood vessel Cochlea = Snail-shaped structure of the inner ear that senses sound Villi = Tiny projections that help absorb food in the small intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cellulose cannot be digested in the human digestive system because it is a ______.

    <p>carbohydrate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the pathway that involves quick, automatic responses to stimuli?

    <p>Reflex arc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following parts of the digestive system with their primary functions:

    <p>Stomach = Mixes food with gastric juice Liver = Produces bile Gallbladder = Stores bile Esophagus = Connects pharynx to stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nutrient should account for most of your total calorie intake?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Motor neurons carry information from the body parts to the brain.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the technical name for cavities in teeth?

    <p>dental caries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The frontal lobe is responsible for personality, self-control, and voluntary movement of skeletal muscles.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of myelin in the nervous system?

    <p>Insulates nerve fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ keeps food out of the windpipe.

    <p>epiglottis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A wave of electrical activity that transmits an impulse in the nerve is called an ______.

    <p>action potential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of the eye produces the clearest vision?

    <p>Fovea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bile is produced by the gallbladder.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of Schwann cells in the nervous system?

    <p>To speed impulse transmission in neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The iris in the eye functions similarly to a diaphragm in a camera.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two divisions of the autonomic nervous system?

    <p>Sympathetic and parasympathetic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system __________ the digestive system during stress.

    <p>inhibits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following parts of the eye with their functions:

    <p>Cornea = Protects the eye and helps focus light Lens = Changes shape to focus light on the retina Retina = Detects light and converts it to neural signals Pupil = Regulates the amount of light entering the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best explains why enzymes are necessary for digestion?

    <p>They speed up the breakdown of nutrients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Prolonged stress can enhance digestive system function.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does reducing stress help the digestive system?

    <p>It allows the parasympathetic division to activate the digestive processes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The diaphragm in a camera controls the __________ of light entering the camera.

    <p>amount</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of the autonomic nervous system?

    <p>Controlling skeletal muscle movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of nutrient is commonly found in starches and sugars?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The rectum is a division of the small intestine.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main acid produced by the stomach?

    <p>hydrochloric acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Muscular contractions that move food through the digestive system are called ______.

    <p>peristalsis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of neurons with their descriptions:

    <p>Interneurons = Relay messages between neurons Motor neurons = Carry signals to muscles Sensory neurons = Transmit sensory information Dendrites = Receive incoming signals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following vitamins is water-soluble?

    <p>Vitamin C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The pulp of a tooth is located in the enamel layer.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of the nervous system includes cranial and spinal nerves?

    <p>peripheral nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ are the fibers of a neuron that carry information towards the cell body.

    <p>dendrites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of axons in neurons?

    <p>Transmit signals away from the cell body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of Schwann cells?

    <p>To speed impulse transmission in neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The iris of the eye is analogous to the diaphragm of a camera.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain why enzymes are necessary for digestion.

    <p>Digestion requires many chemical changes that are facilitated by enzymes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ division of the autonomic nervous system counteracts the effects of stress.

    <p>parasympathetic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the parts of the autonomic nervous system with their functions:

    <p>Sympathetic division = Prepares the body for stressful situations Parasympathetic division = Promotes rest and digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the digestive system during prolonged stress?

    <p>It is inhibited and can lead to indigestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Reducing stress has no effect on the digestive system.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the lacrimal gland?

    <p>Produces tears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures is responsible for balancing the body?

    <p>Semicircular canals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the sympathetic nervous system during stress?

    <p>It stops the digestive system to redirect energy to vital functions like the heart and muscles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The inner layer of the eye that detects light is known as the sclera.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Astigmatism is caused by a perfectly symmetrical cornea.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A diaphragm in a camera changes the size of an opening at its center, controlling the amount of __________ that enters.

    <p>light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What nutrient is essential for the majority of total calorie intake?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the small intestine?

    <p>Digestion and absorption of nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bile is produced by the ______ and stored in the gallbladder.

    <p>liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ is the part of the brain responsible for thought, memory, and intelligence.

    <p>cerebrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following substances with their role in digestion:

    <p>Enzymes = Facilitate chemical changes in food Stress = Inhibits digestive functions Parasympathetic division = Stimulates digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms to their correct definitions:

    <p>Villi = Tiny projections in the small intestine that help absorb food Medulla oblongata = Lowest part of the brain stem controlling breathing Oils = Fats that are liquid at room temperature Emulsification = Process of breaking fat into smaller droplets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following structures with their corresponding functions:

    <p>Amygdala = Controls physical effects of emotions Frontal lobe = Controls personality and voluntary movement Retina = Detects light Cornea = Transparent front portion of the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cell type is responsible for color vision?

    <p>Cones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The epiglottis is a structure that keeps food out of the windpipe.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The median nerve is responsible for carrying sound impulses from the inner ear to the brain.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the simplest type of nervous pathway involved in quick, automatic responses?

    <p>Reflex arc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why cannot cellulose be digested in the human digestive system?

    <p>Because humans lack the enzyme to break it down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The snail-shaped structure of the inner ear that senses sound vibrations is called the __________.

    <p>cochlea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain coordinates skeletal muscle activity?

    <p>Cerebellum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Personality and voluntary muscle movement are controlled by the parietal lobe.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    ABEKA Biology God's Living Creation Test 4

    • Polio: A virus that destroys motor neurons in the spinal cord.
    • Incisors: The four front teeth on each jaw used to cut food.
    • Carbohydrates: Starches and sugars are a type of nutrient.
    • Small Intestine Divisions: The ileum, jejunum, and duodenum are parts of the small intestine. The rectum is not.
    • Interneurons: Neurons that relay messages between other neurons.
    • Axon: The long fiber of a neuron that transmits signals from other nerve cells.
    • Dendrites: Fibers of a neuron that carry information toward the cell body.
    • Hydrochloric Acid: Stomach acid that kills bacteria and softens foods.
    • Alimentary Canal: Another name for the digestive tract.
    • Peristalsis: Rhythmic waves of muscular contractions that move food through the digestive system.
    • Pulp: The hollow area of a tooth containing nerves and blood vessels.
    • Peripheral Nervous System: A division of the nervous system comprising cranial and spinal nerves.
    • Vitamin C: A water-soluble vitamin.
    • Medulla Oblongata: The lowest part of the brain stem that controls breathing and heartbeat.
    • Oils: Fats that are liquid at room temperature.
    • Emulsification: The process that breaks a droplet of fat into smaller droplets.
    • Meninges: Protective layers of tissue surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
    • Astigmatism: Defective vision caused by an asymmetrically curved cornea.
    • Cerebellum: Part of the brain that coordinates skeletal muscle activity.
    • Cerebrum: Part of the brain responsible for thought, memory, voluntary actions, thinking, and intelligence.
    • Small Intestine: The primary organ of digestion and absorption.
    • Stroke: A serious injury to the nervous system caused by an internal blockage or rupture of a blood vessel in the brain.
    • Semicircular Canals: Sensory structures in the ear that contribute to balance.
    • Dental Caries: Another name for cavities.
    • Cochlea: Snail-shaped structure of the inner ear that senses sound vibrations and generates nerve impulses.
    • Motor Neurons: Neurons that carry information from the brain and spinal cord to the body parts.
    • Synapse: A junction that allows an impulse to be transmitted from a nerve cell to another.
    • Reflex Arc: The simplest type of nerve pathway involved in quick, automatic responses to stimuli.
    • Villi: Tiny projections of the wall of the small intestine that help absorb food.
    • Epiglottis: A flap of cartilage that keeps food out of the windpipe.
    • Fovea: The region of the light-sensitive layer of the eye that produces the clearest vision.
    • Lacrimal Gland: Structure that produces tears.
    • Cornea: The transparent front portion of the eye.
    • Retina: Inner layer of the eye that detects light and produces nerve impulses.
    • Cone: Cell type responsible for color vision.
    • Sclera: Tough, white outer layer of the eyeball.
    • Ulcer: An open sore in the lining of the digestive tract.
    • Grey Matter: Myelin-covered nerve fibers.
    • Liver: Organ that produces bile.
    • Gallbladder: Organ that stores bile.
    • Pyloric Duct: Tube connecting the pharynx to the stomach. (Incorrect - should be esophagus).
    • Frontal Lobe: The lobe of the brain responsible for personality, self-control, and voluntary movement of skeletal muscles.
    • Hypothalamus: Structure in the limbic system that controls physical effects of emotions, incorrect in text.
    • Cellulose: A carbohydrate that cannot be digested in the human digestive system.
    • Median Nerve: Incorrect in test, auditory nerve carries sound impulses.
    • Action Potential: A wave of electrical activity that transmits an impulse in a nerve.
    • Proteinoicds: Incorrect, amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.
    • Digestive Tract Muscle Layers: Stomach has three muscle layers to thoroughly mix food with gastric juice.
    • Free Phosphate Group Formation: Many body processes break down ATP releasing a free phosphate group.
    • Chemical Senses: Taste and smell detect chemical substances.
    • Brain Seat of Mind: The brain is the seat of the mind.
    • Primary Nutrient: Carbohydrates should account for most of your calories.
    • Schwann Cells: Speed impulse transmission in neurons.
    • Iris: Part of the eye analogous to a camera's diaphragm, controlling light.
    • Digestion & Enzymes: Digestion requires many chemical changes, enzymes are necessary to facilitate these complex changes.
    • Stress & Autonomic Nervous System: Prolonged stress inhibits the digestive system, sympathetic nervous system is activated during stress, and the parasympathetic system counteracts it to bring body to rest, proper digestion requires this system.

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