Anatomy & Physiology

The pituitary gland:

is also called the hyperphysis

is considered to be the master gland (correct)

does not produce hormones

is the largest gland in the body

The Isles of Langerhans:

produces adrenaline

stimulates growth of the thyroid

produces insulin (correct)

produces ADH

A subdivision of the brain that consists of medulla, pons, and mid-brain, located between the spinal cord and the cerebrum is called the:

Brainspan

Brainstorm

Brainstem (correct)

Cortex

The approximate number of muscles in the human body is:

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The most important muscle to aid in breathing is:

diaphragm Signup and view all the answers

The main upper chest muscle is

pectoralis major Signup and view all the answers

The muscle walls of the heart are called

myocardium Signup and view all the answers

The collar bone, a slender bone, one on each aide of the body, connecting the breastbone to each shoulder is called the:

clavicle Signup and view all the answers

A bone that is partially bent and partially broken is referred to as:

greenstick Signup and view all the answers

The largest gland in the human body is the:

liver Signup and view all the answers

The smallest sac attached to the underside of the liver and stored bile is called the:

gallbladder Signup and view all the answers

Insulin is secreted directly into the bloodstream by what organ?

pancreas Signup and view all the answers

A substance provided by the stomach necessary for digestion of food is called?

hydrochloric acid Signup and view all the answers

The number of bones in the body is

206 Signup and view all the answers

The longest bone in the body is the:

femur Signup and view all the answers

Neurons that carry impulses toward the brain or spinal cord are:

afferent neurons Signup and view all the answers

The function of the veins is to:

carry deoxygenated blood to the heart Signup and view all the answers

The smallest blood vessel is the:

capillary Signup and view all the answers

The outer most cellular layer of skin is called:

epidermis Signup and view all the answers

A condition in which the heart is unable to pump adequate amounts of blood to the tissues and organs is:

cardiac failure Signup and view all the answers

Thick walled vessels that carry blood away from the heart are called:

arteries Signup and view all the answers

The hardest tissue of the body is

enamel Signup and view all the answers

The number of chambers in the heart is

four Signup and view all the answers

The upper chamber of the heart is called

atrium Signup and view all the answers

The longest part of the digestive system is called the

small intestine Signup and view all the answers

The diaphragm separates the:

thoracic and abdominal cavities Signup and view all the answers

The respiratory center is located in what part of the brain?

medulla Signup and view all the answers

The glomerulus is

a network of capillaries Signup and view all the answers

The uppermost portion of the intestine is called the:

duodenum Signup and view all the answers

The overall chemical functioning of the body is:

metabolism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the basic unit of life?

cell Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following provides the hereditary information that directs all cell activities and allows the cell to reproduce?

deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of tissue form a protective covering for the body, the organs and body?

epithelial tissue Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of tissue provides movement, maintains posture, and produces heat?

muscle tissue Signup and view all the answers

Fat, tendons, bone, blood and lymph are examples of _____ tissue.

connective Signup and view all the answers

The first line of defense against infection is the:

skin Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are the framework of the body?

bones Signup and view all the answers

A malignant abnormal growth of the skin is a:

melanoma Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a ball-and-socket joint?

the hip Signup and view all the answers

Bending your elbow is an example of:

flexion Signup and view all the answers

How many cranial nerves are there?

12 pairs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are special senses?

vision, hearing,taste, and smell Signup and view all the answers

The bones of the fingers are called

phalanges Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the name of the fluid the heart floats in?

pericardial fluid Signup and view all the answers

coronary circulation is the medical term describing circulation of the blood through?

the heart Signup and view all the answers

Conducting away is referred to as:

efferent Signup and view all the answers

sublingual glands are located:

under the tongue Signup and view all the answers

The spleen is located in the:

left hypochondriac region Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following has the least pressure?

Veins Signup and view all the answers

The medical term for high blood pressure is:

Hypertension Signup and view all the answers

The movement of a bone or limb toward the midline of the body is known as:

Adduction Signup and view all the answers

The spine contains how many cervical vertebrae?

7 Signup and view all the answers

The basic structure unit of the body is the:

Cell Signup and view all the answers

Blood is red in color due to the presence of :

Hemoglobin Signup and view all the answers

Functions of the liver include:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

The body's acid-base balance changes when the body does not eliminate:

Carbon dioxide Signup and view all the answers

Structurally the nervous system is divided into the:

Central and peripheral systems Signup and view all the answers

The accessory organ of the digestive system that stores and concentrates bile is the:

Gallbladder Signup and view all the answers

The substances that help regulate the body, keep it functioning, and form electrolytes are:

Minerals Signup and view all the answers

The function of the acoustic nerve is:

Hearing Signup and view all the answers