A&P 101 Exam 1 Retake

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Which cellular component plays a critical role in organizing microtubules during cell division?

  • Centrioles (correct)
  • Ribosomes
  • Mitochondria
  • Golgi Apparatus

What are the small, hair-like structures on the cell surface, whose primary function is to move fluids or particles across the cell surface?

  • Nucleoli
  • Cilia (correct)
  • Endoplasmic Reticulum
  • Microvilli

A knife cut parallel to the midsagittal plane, but off-center, would result in what type of section?

  • Transverse section
  • Oblique section
  • Parasagittal section (correct)
  • Coronal section

Considering a body lying face-down, what is its anatomical position?

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Assuming standard anatomical terminology, which direction is most opposite to the term 'proximal'?

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If a researcher is investigating a structure on the lower back, which directional term would best describe its position relative to the shoulders?

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In anatomical terms, if the elbow is considered proximal to the wrist, then in relation to the elbow, the shoulder is?

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If a surgeon makes a cut along the long axis of a structure, resulting in a division into anterior and posterior portions, this cut would be described as?

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Which of the following best describes the anatomical relationship between the knee and ankle?

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What is the specific term used to describe the diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane?

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Which term is derived from word parts meaning 'cutting apart'?

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What are two key characteristics of a base?

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According to anatomical terminology, what specifically does the word 'leg' refer to?

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Which cellular structures are characterized by a network of canals that wind through the cytoplasm?

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Which structure in the cell is primarily responsible for controlling most cellular activities?

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Which of the following word pairs correctly describe the relationship between the knee and ankle?

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An atom with 20 protons and 18 electrons would exhibit which characteristic?

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Which condition arises due to a decrease in blood pH?

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What is the primary function of ATP within a cell?

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Which statement regarding the thoracic cavity is most accurate?

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What best describes the ionic output of an acidic environment?

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A patient with a blood pH of 7.28 would be correctly described as having what condition?

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What is the most accurate description of the anatomical relationship between the heart and the lungs?

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If a blood cell is suspended in an isotonic solution, what net movement of water is expected?

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What defines an aqueous solution?

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Which of the following terms is the most opposite to medial?

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In a beaker separated by a semipermeable membrane, with compartment A containing 20% NaCl and compartment B containing 50% NaCl, and the membrane only permeable to water, what is most likely at equilibrium?

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Which cellular structures are often referred to as the 'power plants' of the cell?

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An atom with 16 protons, 17 neutrons, and 16 electrons has what atomic number?

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If a cell needed to produce proteins at a faster rate, which cellular structure would likely increase in abundance or activity?

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Given the content presented, where is the ribosome most likely to be found?

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Which of the following best describes the definition of 'physiology'?

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An atom has 16 protons, 17 neutrons, and 16 electrons. What is its atomic mass?

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Which of the following is NOT a function of lysosomes?

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What does the atomic number of an atom determine?

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Which subatomic particle is NOT located in the nucleus of an atom?

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If a body is cut into upper and lower portions, which plane of section has been used?

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What is a key characteristic of an isotope?

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Which statement best characterizes the pH of a neutral substance?

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Based on the provided scenarios, which of the following best describes the solute concentration differences?

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Considering the movement of water across a semipermeable membrane, which direction of diffusion will result from the difference in NaCl concentration presented?

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Given the described setup with a semipermeable membrane, what is the primary reason that Na+ and Cl- do not move between compartments?

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If a solution has an increased concentration of H+ ions, how will this affect its pH value?

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In the given scenario, if a dynamic equilibrium is reached in water movement, what could be said of the rate of water movement between compartments A and B?

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Flashcards

Centrioles

Rod-shaped organelles important in cell division.

Cilia

Small, hairlike structures on some cell surfaces.

Sagittal Section

A cut that divides the body into right and left portions.

Matter

Anything that occupies space and has mass.

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Prone Position

Body position with the dorsal side facing the ground.

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Proximal

Term meaning closer to the point of attachment.

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Distal

Term meaning farther from the point of attachment.

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True Statement about Matter

Matter can occupy space and has mass.

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Knee and Ankle Relationship

The knee is distal to the ankle.

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Osmosis

The diffusion of water through a selectively permeable membrane.

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Anatomy Meaning

Derived from parts meaning 'cutting apart'.

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Base pH

A base has a pH greater than 7.

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Leg Definition

The word 'leg' refers only to the part between the knee and the ankle.

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Endoplasmic Reticulum

Organelle with a network of canals winding through the cytoplasm.

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Nucleus Function

The structure that controls most activities of the cell.

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pH of Acids

Acids have a pH less than 7.

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pH Neutral

A pH level of 7, indicating neutrality in acidity.

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Physiology

The study of how the body and its systems function.

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Atomic Mass Calculation

Sum of protons and neutrons to find atomic mass.

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Lysosomes

Baglike structures in cells that contain digestive enzymes.

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Atomic Number

Number of protons in an atom, also equal to electrons in neutral atoms.

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Nucleus Subatomic Particles

Protons and neutrons found in the nucleus of an atom.

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Transverse Section

A cut dividing the body into upper and lower portions.

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Isotope

Atoms with the same number of protons but different neutrons.

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Thoracic Cavity Parts

The thoracic cavity is divided into the mediastinum and the pleural cavities.

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Blood pH 7.28

A blood pH of 7.28 indicates an excess of H+ (acidosis).

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Heart and Lungs Relationship

The heart is medial to the lungs, meaning it is towards the midline.

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Opposite of Medial

The term most opposite to medial is lateral, meaning away from the midline.

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Semipermeable Membrane

In a beaker with 20% and 50% NaCl, water moves to equalize concentration, resulting in different volumes.

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Atom's Atomic Number

An atom with 16 protons has an atomic number of 16, which defines the element.

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Alkalosis

Alkalosis occurs when blood pH is above normal (over 7.45).

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Equilibrium in Solutions

At equilibrium in solutions separated by a semipermeable membrane, the concentrations reach balance, affecting water levels.

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Atom Charge

An atom with 20 protons and 18 electrons has a +2 charge.

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Low Blood pH Condition

Low blood pH leads to acidosis.

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ATP Function

ATP is an energy transfer molecule.

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Acids and H+ Ions

Acids produce an excess of H+ ions.

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Isotonic Solution Effect

In an isotonic solution, there is no net movement of water.

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Aqueous Solutions

Aqueous solutions are those with water as a solvent.

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Power Plants of the Cell

Mitochondria are the power plants of the cell.

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Blood Cell Reaction

If placed in hypotonic solution, blood cells take in water and can burst.

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Hypertonic solution

A solution with a higher concentration of solutes compared to another solution.

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pH level

A measure of how acidic or basic a solution is, on a scale from 0 to 14.

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Effect of H+ ions on pH

An increase in H+ ions causes a decrease in pH, making the solution more acidic.

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Study Notes

Exam 1 Retake - A&P 101

  • Question 1: The organelles responsible for cell division are centrioles.
  • Question 2: Small, hair-like structures on exposed cell surfaces are cilia.
  • Question 3: A cut dividing the body into right and left portions is a sagittal section.
  • Question 4: Matter is anything that occupies space and has mass (True).
  • Question 5: Prone position places the dorsal side down (False).
  • Question 6: The opposite of proximal is distal.
  • Question 7: The knee is distal to the ankle.
  • Question 8: Diffusion of water through a selectively permeable membrane is osmosis.
  • Question 9: The term describing cutting apart is dissection.
  • Question 10: A base has a pH greater than 7. It has more hydroxide (OH-) ions than hydrogen (H+) ions in solution.
  • Question 11: The leg is the part of the body between the knee and ankle (False).
  • Question 12: The network of canals within the cytoplasm is the endoplasmic reticulum.
  • Question 13: The cell's control center is the nucleus.
  • Question 14: The thoracic cavity is not divided into mediastinum and dorsal cavity (False).
  • Question 15: A blood pH of 7.28 indicates an excess of H+ (acidic condition).
  • Question 16: The heart is medial to the lungs.
  • Question 17: The opposite of medial is lateral.
  • Question 18: At equilibrium, the volumes of water in both compartments will be equal.
  • Question 19: The atomic number of an atom is the number of protons. This example's atomic number is 16.
  • Question 20: Compounds are made up of two or more different types of atoms.
  • Question 21: The spinal cavity is part of the dorsal cavity.
  • Question 22: The atomic mass of an atom is the sum of protons and neutrons.
  • Question 23: Protons have a positive electrical charge (True).
  • Question 24: Electrons orbit the nucleus of an atom.
  • Question 25: The brain is located in the cranial cavity.
  • Question 26: An acid has a pH less than 7, it has more H+ (hydrogen) ions.
  • Question 27: The study of how the body functions is physiology.
  • Question 28: The atomic mass is 33 (protons + neutrons= 16 + 17 = 33 ).
  • Question 29: Lysosomes contain digestive enzymes (True).
  • Question 30: The atomic number is the number of protons.
  • Question 31: Neutrons are found in the nucleus.
  • Question 32: A cut dividing the body into upper and lower portions is a transverse section.
  • Question 33: An isotope has the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons.
  • Question 34: An atom with 20 protons and 18 electrons would have a +2 charge.
  • Question 35: Low blood pH results in acidosis.
  • Question 36: ATP is an energy transfer molecule.
  • Question 37: Acids produce an excess of H+ ions (True).
  • Question 38: In an isotonic solution there is no net movement of water.
  • Question 39: Aqueous solutions have water as the solvent (True).
  • Question 40: The mitochondria are the "power plants" of the cell.
  • Question 41: The lungs are located in the thoracic cavity.
  • Question 42: Covalent bonds form when atoms share electrons.
  • Question 43: Oxygen gas (Oâ‚‚) is made up of two oxygen atoms.
  • Question 44: Neutrons have no electrical charge (True).
  • Question 45: The mediastinum is part of the ventral cavity.
  • Question 46: A cut dividing the body into anterior and posterior portions is a frontal section.
  • Question 47: Hemolysis is the bursting of red blood cells.
  • Question 48: A hypertonic solution causes crenation (shrinking) of red blood cells.
  • Question 49: Water diffuses from the compartment with a lower concentration of solutes to the compartment with a higher concentration (compartment A to compartment B).
  • Question 50: An increase in H+ ions results in a decrease in pH (False).

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