Question 1

Which of the following organs is found within the thoracic cavity?

Accepted Answer

Heart

Question 2

A patient presents with pain in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen. Which organ is most likely involved?

Accepted Answer

Appendix

Question 3

Which membrane lines the abdominal cavity and covers the abdominal organs?

Accepted Answer

Peritoneum

Question 4

Which of the following is a function of the integumentary system?

Accepted Answer

Regulation of body temperature

Question 5

Which layer of the epidermis is only found in thick skin, such as the palms and soles?

Accepted Answer

Stratum lucidum

Question 6

A histology slide shows tissue with a single layer of tall, rectangular cells. Which type of epithelium is this?

Accepted Answer

Simple columnar epithelium

Question 7

Which connective tissue type contains lacunae and is found in the skeletal system?

Accepted Answer

Bone

Question 8

Which of the following is a synovial joint classification that allows movement in two planes (biaxial)?

Accepted Answer

Saddle

Question 9

Which bone is NOT part of the skull?

Accepted Answer

Hyoid bone

Question 10

A microscope has an ocular lens of 10x and an objective lens of 40x. What is the total magnification?

Accepted Answer

$10 	imes 40 = 400$

Question 11

Which of the following best describes the function of the stratum corneum?

Accepted Answer

Protection against abrasion and water loss

Question 12

Which organ system is primarily responsible for transporting nutrients, gases, and wastes throughout the body?

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular system

Question 13

Which of the following structures is found in the dermis but NOT in the epidermis?

Accepted Answer

Papillary layer

Question 14

During mitosis, which phase is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes along the center of the cell?

Accepted Answer

Metaphase

Question 15

Which of the following is a feature of simple cuboidal epithelium?

Accepted Answer

Single layer of cube-shaped cells

Question 16

Which of the following is a function of the skeletal system?

Accepted Answer

Protection of internal organs

Question 17

Which joint movement term describes moving a limb away from the midline of the body?

Accepted Answer

Abduction

Question 18

Which of the following is a serous membrane that surrounds the heart?

Accepted Answer

Pericardium

Question 19

A tissue sample shows cells embedded in an extracellular matrix with collagen and elastin fibers. Which tissue type is this?

Accepted Answer

Connective tissue

Question 20

Which of the following bones is part of the pelvic girdle?

Accepted Answer

Ilium

Anatomy & Physiology Study Guide: Body Cavities, Membranes, Organ Systems, Cell Biology, Histology, Skeletal System, and Joints

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