Biology Quiz: Cells and Nervous System

<p>A red blood cell (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It allows for the development of new tissues and organs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Transmitting electrical impulses between neurons (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Neuromuscular synapse (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dendrites (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rapid, voluntary contractions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Integrating signals and performing higher cognitive functions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To increase the speed of electrical impulse transmission along the neuron (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Oligodendrocytes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A synapse between a neuron and a gland cell (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Intercalated disc (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Developing a surgical procedure to repair a torn ligament. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flexion and abduction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A layer of tissue that provides support and structure to epithelial cells. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Proximal and distal. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Electrophysiological techniques. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The contraction of a muscle fiber in response to a nerve signal. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Internal and external. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It remains constant despite the addition of new bone. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Interstitial growth, occurring within the epiphyseal plate. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tuberosity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Delayed bone growth in the affected area. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Between the periosteum and the circumferential lamellae. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diarthrosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Synapse (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It occurs as a result of new bone deposition between the periosteum and circumferential lamellae. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Different scales of biological structure ranging from atoms to humans.

Cells that can differentiate into any cell type in the body.

An optical instrument used to observe small specimens like cells.

A microscope that uses electrons to view very small objects like viruses.

A unit of measurement equal to one millionth of a meter, often used in biology.

The study of the structure of organisms.

The study of the functions of an organism and its parts.

The study of visible body structures without a microscope.

The study of body structures at a microscopic level.

The study of anatomy from conception to adulthood.

Nerve pathways that carry signals to the brain.

Divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back).

Muscle made of cells joined by intercalated discs, allowing electrical impulse transmission.

Specialized regions in cardiac muscle that connect adjacent cells for impulse conduction.

Tissue composed of neurons and glial cells that transmit electrical impulses.

Specialized cells in nervous tissue that receive and transmit electrical signals.

Supportive cells in nervous tissue that maintain homeostasis and protect neurons.

Branch-like structures on neurons that receive electrical input.

Long projection of a neuron that transmits electrical impulses away from the cell body.

Part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord.

Nerves outside the CNS that connect it to the body’s organs and muscles.

Growth plate where long bones lengthen through cartilage growth.

Growth in length of a bone due to hyaline cartilage expansion.

Growth in diameter of bone by adding new layers to the surface.

Characteristics on the bone surface that develop over time.

An opening in bone allowing passage of nerves/vessels.

A shallow depression or hollow in a bone.

A groove or furrow on the surface of a bone.

A large, round protuberance at the end of some bones.

Determination of joints based on their movement capacity.