Human Anatomy and Physiology Quiz
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What 2 structures compose the loop of Henle?

  • thin descending limb & thin ascending limb
  • thin ascending limb & thick descending limb
  • thick ascending limb, & thick descending limb
  • thin descending limb & thick ascending limb (correct)
  • What quadrant is the liver in?

    right upper

    What connects the kidney to the bladder?

    ureter

    The external urethral sphincter is a voluntary muscle.

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

    The digestive tract can signal for the release of hormones that convey feelings of "Hungry" and "Full".

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

    How many hormones does the pituitary gland secrete?

    <p>9</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three types of structures hormones could be classified as?

    <p>Amino acid derivatives, peptide hormones, and lipid derivatives (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone can help control bleeding after childbirth?

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

    What is one of the main functions of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?

    <p>Sending signals to the pituitary gland to control hormone release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is type 1 diabetes?

    <p>Pancreas is insulin resistant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What secondary hormone is released by the heart?

    <p>A&amp;P (Atrial Natriuretic peptide)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What disorder is caused by a deficiency of Calcitriol in kids?

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

    What is the name of an age-related side effect of a decrease in female sex hormones?

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

    What does the term metabolism refer to?

    <p>The process of energy transformation in the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of metabolism?

    <p>Balance energy production and usage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of anabolism?

    <p>Create new molecules for growth and repair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Catabolism is responsible for breaking down which molecules?

    <p>Fats, Carbohydrates, and proteins (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The liver is responsible for detoxifying harmful substances.

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

    What role do the kidneys play in metabolism?

    <p>Regulating fluid, pH, and electrolytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percent of energy released during catabolism is captured by ATP?

    <p>40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cellular respiration provides most of the ATP in cells.

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

    ________ is a metabolic disease that involves the body not producing or using insulin properly?

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

    What is mitochondrial disease?

    <p>The inability of mitochondria to generate energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is PMAT and what does it stand for?

    <p>The four phases of Mitosis where cells begins to duplicate; Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 3 components of an atom?

    <p>Proton, neutron and electron (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the 3 types of muscle tissue.

    <p>Skeletal, cardiac, smooth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are two molecules sharing electrons to become stable called?

    <p>Covalent bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a molecule?

    <p>One or more elements bonded together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is lymph?

    <p>Lymphatic/ immune system A fluid containing white blood cells that circulates through lymphatic vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the spleen's role in the lymphatic system?

    <p>Filter blood and help fight infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?

    <p>Maintain fluid balance and protect against infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cells are primarily involved in the immune response?

    <p>White blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of lymph nodes in the lymphatic system?

    <p>Filter lymph and trap pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of T cells in the immune system?

    <p>Attack infected cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the tonsils in the immune system?

    <p>Trap and remove pathogens entering the throat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of lymphatic vessels?

    <p>Collect and transport lymph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the thymus in the lymphatic system?

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    Flashcards

    Loop of Henle

    The part of the nephron that has a thin descending limb and a thick ascending limb.

    Liver quadrant

    The liver is located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen.

    Ureter

    A tube that connects the kidney to the bladder for urine transport.

    External urethral sphincter

    A voluntary muscle that controls the release of urine.

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    Hormonal signals in digestion

    The digestive tract releases hormones that indicate hunger or fullness.

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    Pituitary gland hormones

    The pituitary gland secretes 9 different hormones to regulate various bodily functions.

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    Types of hormones

    Hormones can be classified as amino acid derivatives, peptide hormones, or lipid derivatives.

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    Oxytocin

    A hormone that helps control bleeding after childbirth and promotes bonding.

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    Hypothalamus function

    The hypothalamus sends signals to the pituitary gland to control hormone release.

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    Type 1 diabetes

    A condition where the pancreas does not produce insulin properly.

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    Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (A&P)

    A secondary hormone released by the heart that helps regulate blood pressure.

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    Rickets

    A disorder caused by a deficiency of Calcitriol, leading to weak bones in children.

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    Menopause

    An age-related condition marked by the decrease of female sex hormones.

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    Metabolism

    The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions that manage energy and materials in the body.

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    Goal of metabolism

    The main goal is to convert food into energy to sustain life.

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    Anabolism

    The part of metabolism that builds molecules for growth and repair.

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    Catabolism

    The process that breaks down larger molecules into smaller ones to release energy.

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    Liver detoxification

    The liver is responsible for detoxifying harmful substances in the body.

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    Kidneys in metabolism

    Kidneys regulate fluid balance, pH, and electrolytes in the body.

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    ATP capture during catabolism

    Approximately 40% of energy from catabolism is captured by ATP for use.

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    Cellular respiration

    A process that provides most of the ATP in cells through the breakdown of glucose.

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    Diabetes

    A metabolic disease where insulin production or usage is impaired.

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    Mitochondrial disease

    A condition where mitochondria fail to produce adequate energy for the body.

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    Lymph

    A fluid that contains white blood cells and circulates in lymphatic vessels.

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    Spleen function

    The spleen filters blood and helps fight infections in the body.

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    Lymphatic system

    The primary function is to transport lymph and maintain fluid balance.

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    Immune response cells

    White blood cells are primarily involved in the immune response against pathogens.

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    Lymph nodes function

    Lymph nodes filter lymph fluid and trap pathogens to help fight infection.

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    T cells

    A type of white blood cell that attacks infected or cancerous cells.

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    Tonsils in the immune system

    The tonsils trap and remove pathogens that enter through the throat.

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    Lymphatic vessels

    Lymphatic vessels collect and transport lymph throughout the body.

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    Lymphedema

    Swelling that occurs due to the accumulation of lymph fluid.

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    Thymus function

    The thymus is where T cells mature, crucial for the immune response.

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    Study Notes

    Squad 1 Questions

    • The loop of Henle is composed of the thin descending limb and the thick ascending limb.
    • The liver is located in the right upper quadrant.
    • The ureter connects the kidney to the bladder.
    • The external urethral sphincter is a voluntary muscle (True).
    • The digestive tract signals the release of hormones related to hunger and fullness (True).

    Squad 2 Questions

    • The pituitary gland secretes 9 hormones.
    • Hormones can be classified into amino acid derivatives, peptide hormones, and lipid derivatives.
    • Oxytocin can help control bleeding after childbirth.
    • One function of the hypothalamus is sending signals to the pituitary gland to control hormone release.
    • Type 1 diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance in the pancreas.
    • The heart releases a secondary hormone.

    Metabolism and Energetics

    • Metabolism is the process of energy transformation in the body.
    • The goal of metabolism is to balance energy production and usage.
    • Anabolism creates new molecules for growth and repair.
    • Catabolism breaks down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins.
    • The liver is responsible for detoxifying harmful substances (True).
    • Kidneys regulate fluid, pH, and electrolytes in metabolism.
    • 40% of energy released during catabolism is captured by ATP.

    Cellular Respiration and Diabetes

    • Cellular respiration provides most of the ATP in cells (True).
    • Diabetes is a metabolic disease where the body doesn't produce or use insulin properly.
    • Mitochondrial disease is the inability of mitochondria to produce energy.

    Squad 4 Questions (Cell Components and Mitosis)

    • Mitosis (PMAT) involves four phases (Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase) where cells duplicate.
    • The three fundamental components of an atom are protons, neutrons, and electrons.
    • The three muscle tissue types are skeletal, cardiac, and smooth.
    • Molecules sharing electrons to become stable are called covalent bonds.
    • A molecule is one or more elements bonded together.

    Squad 4 Questions (Lymphatic System)

    • Lymph is a fluid containing white blood cells that circulates through lymphatic vessels(part of the lymphatic/immune system).
    • The spleen filters blood and helps fight infections in the lymphatic system.
    • The primary function of the lymphatic system is to maintain fluid balance and protect against infection.
    • White blood cells are primarily involved in the immune response.
    • Lymph nodes filter lymph and trap pathogens.
    • T cells attack infected cells.
    • Tonsils trap and remove pathogens that enter the throat.
    • Lymphatic vessels collect and transport lymph.
    • Lymphedema is the swelling due to lymph accumulation.
    • The thymus plays a role in T cell maturation in the lymphatic system.

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    Test your knowledge on key concepts in human anatomy and physiology, including the functions of various organs, hormonal regulation, and metabolic processes. This quiz covers essential information related to the human body systems and their interactions.

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