29 Questions
Which of the following is not a subunit of a histone ?
H2C
Which of the following is not correct regarding type II muscle fibres ?
They have more fat
Which is the correct order of energy supplies the body would use ?
ATP, Creatinine Phosphate, Glucose, Glycogen stores
Which cellular structure is responsible for preventing apical cell membrane proteins from transporting across different cell surfaces?
Tight junctions
What is the primary function of Connexins in cellular communication?
Forming channels for small molecules and ions to pass between cells
What is the primary function of Merkel cells in the epidermis?
Function as mechanoreceptors
Which layer of the skin forms the outer protective layer of keratin?
Stratum corneum
What is the primary function of eosinophils?
Providing host defense against parasitic infections
Where are finger nails made ?
Nail matrix
Where are melanocytes normally found ?
Basale
Which of the following statements best describes paracrine ?
Secretion where the target cell is nearby but without physical cell-cell contact
Which of the following is not correct regarding cell movement ?
Vesicles transport surface adhesive molecules onto the trailing edge of F-actin
Which of the following regarding cell death is correct ?
The extrinsic pathway for apoptosis involves ligands FAS and TRAIL.
Which enzyme mediates the class switch from IgM/IgD to IgG, IgA, or IgE?
Activated Induced Cytidine Deaminase
In adaptive antibody immunity, what is generated within 4 to 5 days to combat antigens?
Plasma Cells
Which immunoglobulin subtype is produced initially within the lag phase of adaptive immunity?
IgM
What is the main difference between anabolism and catabolism?
Anabolism involves building up molecules using energy, catabolism involves breaking down molecules to release energy
Where does oxidative phosphorylation occur in the cell?
Inner membrane of the mitochondria
What type of reactions can amphibolic pathways perform?
Both anabolic and catabolic processes
Which joint is an example of a gomphosis joint?
Tooth in bony socket
Which of the following is a primary cartilaginous joint?
Joint between the diaphysis and epiphysis of bones
Which of the following is a secondary cartilaginous joint?
Intervertebral joint
What is the primary function of the bursae and fat pads in a synovial joint?
To secrete lubricating fluid and reduce friction during movement
Which plane divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) portions?
Axial plane
Which term refers to the back or posterior surface of the body?
Dorsal
What is the term used to describe a plane that runs parallel to the median plane?
Sagittal plane
Which of the following movements describes the action of bringing the plantar towards the midline?
Inversion
What is the term used to describe moving the thumb to touch the other digits?
Opposition
What movement involves bringing a bent arm away from the midline?
Lateral rotation
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