Test 1 DPC

The largest structure in the cell is _____________.
A. the Golgi apparatus

B. the nucleus
C. the ribosome,
D. the mitochondrion.
ANSWER: B
Which organelle contains hydrolytic enzymes?

A. lysosome
B. ribosome
C. mitochondrion
D. Golgi apparatus
ANSWER: A
Endoplasmic reticulum (ER) with attached ribosomes is called ______.

A. smooth ER
B. a Golgi apparatus
C. nodular ER
D. rough ER.
ANSWER: D
The function of the Golgi apparatus is __________.

A. packaging of material in membrances for transport out of the cell
B. production of mitotic and meiotic spindles
C. excretion of excess water
D. production of ATP by oxidative phosphorylation.
ANSWER: A
The function of mitochondria is ________.

A. packaging of materials in membranes for transport out of the cell,
B. conversion of light energy to chemical energy in the form of ATP
C. excretion of excess water from the cell
D. synthesis of ATP by oxidative phosphorylation.
ANSWER: D
During protein synthesis, amino acids become linked together in a linear chain by _____.
A. hydrogen bonds
B. peptide bonds
C. ionic bonds
D. phosphate bonds
ANSWER: B
Which nucleotide base is absent from DNA?

A. adenine,
B. cytosine,
C. thymine,
D. uracil
ANSWER: D
Epithelia are involved in all the following except

A. protection
B. secretion
C. connection,
D. absorption
ANSWER: C
Which of the following is not a type of epithelium?

A. simple squamous
B. transitional
C. simple ciliated columnar
D. complex stratified
ANSWER: D
The presence of a basement membrane is typical of most

A. epithelial tissues
B. connective tissues,
C. nervous tissues
D. muscle tissues
ANSWER: A
Simple squamous epithelium is not found in ____.

A. blood vessels
B. the lining of the mouth
C. lymph vessels
D. alveoli (air sacs) of the lungs
ANSWER: B
An exocrine gland in which a portion of the secretory cell is discharged with the secretion is termed
A. apocrine
B. merocrine
C. endocrine
D. holocrine.
ANSWER: A
The inability to absorb digested nutrients may be due to damage of which type of epithelium?
A. ciliated columnar
B. simple columnar
C. simple squamous
D. simple cuboidal
ANSWER: B
Which word combination applies to stratified squamous epithelium?

A. mesoderm-calcification,
B. ectoderm-keratinization
C. mesoderm-ossification
D. endoderm-cornification
ANSWER: B
Which statement best describes connective tissue?

A. It is derived from endoderm and secretes metabolic substances.
B. It is derived from mesoderm and conducts impulses.
C. It is derived from mesoderm and contains abundant matrix.
D. It is derived from ectoderm and is usually layered.
ANSWER: C
Which of the following is not a specialized type of cell found in connective tissues?
A. lymphocyte,
B. macrophage
C. goblet cell
D. mast cell
ANSWER: C
The function of dense regular connective tissue is z___.

A. elastic recoil
B. binding and support
C. encapsulation of blood vessels
D. articulation.
ANSWER: B
Phagocytosis is a function of which type of connective tissue?
A. cartilage
B. loose fibrous
C. elastic
D. reticular
ANSWER: D
The skin is derived from _________.

A. ectoderm and endoderm
B. ectoderm and mesoderm
C. mesoderm and endoderm
D. ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm
ANSWER: B
Which of the following is not a function of the skin?

A. prevention of body dehydration
B. synthesis of vitamin A
C. prevention of pathogen entry
D. regulation of body temperature
ANSWER: B
Loss of body fluids through the integument is restricted by

A. keratin
B. the stratum basale,
C. carotene
D. melanocytes
ANSWER: A
What is the proper sequence of epidermal strata (layers) pierced as a sliver penetrates the epidermis on
the palm of the hand?
A. spinosum, basale, granulosum, lucidum, corneum, disjunction
B. basale, spinosum, granulosum, disjunction, lucidum, corneum
C. disjunction, corneum, lucidum, granulosum, spinosum, basale
D. corneum, disjunction, lucidum, spinosum, granulosum, basale
ANSWER: C
Produced in the epidermis of the skin, melanin is to _________.

A. protects against ultraviolet light,
B. prevents infections
C. helps regulate body temperature
D. reduces water loss.
ANSWER: A
Identify the mismatch

A. yellowish skin in people of Asian origin—carotene abundant
B. tanning of skin in response to sunlight—increased synthesis of melanin
C. bluish skin (cyanotiC.—oxygenated blood
D. dark skin in people of African origin— greater synthesis of melanin.
ANSWER: C
Which of the following statements about sebaceous glands is true?

A. They secrete sebum directly to the skin surface.
B. They derive from specialized mesoderm.
C. They are a type of oil-secreting gland.
D. They are a compound saccular type.
ANSWER: C
Which of the following is not a function of the integument?

A. absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, steroid hormones, and certain toxic chemicals;
B. storage of lipids
C. thermoregulation
D. synthesis of proteins and carbohydrates
ANSWER: D
Which of the following is not a function of the skeletal system?

A. production of blood cells,
B. storage of minerals,
C. storage of carbohydrates
D. protection of vital organs
ANSWER: C
Mitosis resulting in elongation of bone occurs at ________.

A. the articular cartilage
B. the periosteum
C. the epiphyseal plate

D. the diploë
ANSWER: C
Synovial fluid that lubricates a synovial joint is produced by ____.

A. a meniscus
B. the synovial membrane
C. a bursa
D. the articular cartilage
ANSWER: B
A flattened or shallow articulating surface of a bone is called _________.

A. a tubercle
B. a fossa
C. a fovea,
D. a facet
ANSWER: D
A facial bone that is not paired is

A. the maxilla,
B. the lacrimal bone,
C. the vomer,
D. the nasal bone,
ANSWER: C
Which of the following bones is not part of the axial skeleton?

A. hyoid bone,
B. sacrum,
C. sphenoid bone,
D. clavicle,
ANSWER: D
Teeth are supported by ___.

A. the maxillae and mandible
B. the mandible and palatine bones
C. the maxillae and palatine bones
D. the maxillae, mandible, and palatine bones.
ANSWER: A
Remodeling of bone is a function of

A. osteoclasts and osteoblasts,
B. osteoblasts and osteocytes,
C. chondrocytes and osteocytes,
D. chondroblasts and osteoblasts.
ANSWER: A
Muscle fibers characterized by a lack of striations, a single centrally located nucleus in each cell, and
involuntary contractions are referred to as _.
A. skeletal muscle fibers,
B. smooth muscle fibers,
C. cardiac muscle fibers,
D. autonomic muscle fibers.
ANSWER: B
Which type of muscle is striated and under voluntary control?

A. Cardiac muscle
B. Smooth muscle
C. Skeletal muscle
D. Involuntary muscle
ANSWER: C
What is the primary function of the muscular system?

A. Transportation
B. Protection
C. Movement
D. Digestion
ANSWER: C
Which of the following is NOT a function of skeletal muscles?

A. Generating heat to maintain body temperature
B. Supporting and protecting internal organs
C. Facilitating movement of bones and joints
D. Storing energy reserves in the form of glycogen
ANSWER: B
Which protein is primarily responsible for muscle contraction?

A. Myoglobin
B. Actin
C. Myosin
D. Collagen
ANSWER: C
Which of the following is a characteristic of cardiac muscle?

A. Voluntary control
B. Striated appearance
C. Found in the walls of hollow organs
D. Intercalated discs
ANSWER: D
Smooth muscles are found in which of the following organs?

A. Heart
B. Stomach
C. Biceps
D. Quadriceps
ANSWER: B
What is the function of tendons in the muscular system?

A. To connect muscles to bones
B. To store excess energy
C. To facilitate communication between neurons
D. To contract and relax during movement
ANSWER: A
Which type of muscle is responsible for peristalsis, the movement of food through the digestive tract?
A. Skeletal muscle
B. Cardiac muscle
C. Smooth muscle
D. Striated muscle
ANSWER: C
Which of the following statements about muscle fatigue is true?

A. It is caused by an accumulation of oxygen in muscle tissue.
B. It is characterized by increased muscle strength and endurance.
C. It can be delayed by proper hydration and nutrition.
D. It is the inability of muscles to contract effectively during prolonged activity.
ANSWER: D
Which of the following bones is NOT part of the axial skeleton?

A. Skull
B. Spine (vertebral column)
C. Rib cage (ribs and sternum)
D. Clavicle (collarbone)
ANSWER: D
The long bones in the human body are primarily responsible for:
A. Providing structural support
B. Red blood cell production
C. Storing minerals
D. Facilitating movement
ANSWER: D
The bones of the fingers and toes are classified as:

A. Long bones
B. Flat bones
C. Irregular bones
D. Short bones
ANSWER: D
Which bone articulates with the scapula to form the shoulder joint?
A. Radius
B. Ulna
C. Femur
D. Humerus
ANSWER: D
The process of bone formation is known as:

A. Ossification
B. Calcification
C. Cartilaginification
D. Osteoporosis
ANSWER: A

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The largest structure in the cell is _____________.

A. the Golgi apparatus

Which organelle contains hydrolytic enzymes?

Endoplasmic reticulum (ER) with attached ribosomes is called ______.

The function of the Golgi apparatus is __________.

The function of mitochondria is ________.

Which nucleotide base is absent from DNA?

Epithelia are involved in all the following except

Which of the following is not a type of epithelium?

The presence of a basement membrane is typical of most

Simple squamous epithelium is not found in ____.

Which word combination applies to stratified squamous epithelium?

Which statement best describes connective tissue?

The function of dense regular connective tissue is z___.

The skin is derived from _________.

Which of the following is not a function of the skin?

Loss of body fluids through the integument is restricted by

Produced in the epidermis of the skin, melanin is to _________.

Identify the mismatch

Which of the following statements about sebaceous glands is true?

Which of the following is not a function of the integument?

Which of the following is not a function of the skeletal system?

Mitosis resulting in elongation of bone occurs at ________.

C. the epiphyseal plate

Synovial fluid that lubricates a synovial joint is produced by ____.

A flattened or shallow articulating surface of a bone is called _________.

A facial bone that is not paired is

Which of the following bones is not part of the axial skeleton?

Teeth are supported by ___.

Remodeling of bone is a function of

Which type of muscle is striated and under voluntary control?

What is the primary function of the muscular system?

Which of the following is NOT a function of skeletal muscles?

Which protein is primarily responsible for muscle contraction?

Which of the following is a characteristic of cardiac muscle?

Smooth muscles are found in which of the following organs?

What is the function of tendons in the muscular system?

Which of the following statements about muscle fatigue is true?

Which of the following bones is NOT part of the axial skeleton?

The bones of the fingers and toes are classified as:

The process of bone formation is known as:

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