$\text{Molecule} = \sum_{i=1}^{n} \text{Atom}_i$

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the difference between anatomy and physiology?

Accepted Answer

Anatomy studies the structures of the body, while physiology studies the functions of those structures.

Question 2

A medical student is examining the heart by looking at its chambers and valves. Which branch of anatomy is she practicing?

Accepted Answer

Gross anatomy

Question 3

Which level of organization is correctly matched with its description?

Accepted Answer

Cellular level: the smallest living units in the body

Question 4

A patient is lying face up on an examination table. What is the correct anatomical term for this position?

Accepted Answer

Supine

Question 5

Which organ system is composed of the mouth, esophagus, large bowel, and rectum?

Accepted Answer

Digestive system

Question 6

Which anatomical plane divides the body into left and right portions?

Accepted Answer

Sagittal plane

Question 7

A radiologist wants to visualize both the anterior and posterior portions of the lungs. Which plane should be used?

Accepted Answer

Frontal (coronal) plane

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a function of body cavities?

Accepted Answer

Provide a rigid structure for muscle attachment

Question 9

Which serous membrane layer directly covers an organ?

Accepted Answer

Visceral serosa

Question 10

A patient has pain in the right lower quadrant (RLQ) of the abdomen. Which organ is most likely involved?

Accepted Answer

Appendix

Question 11

Which of the following correctly lists the levels of organization from simplest to most complex?

Accepted Answer

Atom, molecule, cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism

Question 12

Which organ is located in the retroperitoneal space?

Accepted Answer

Kidney

Question 13

Which term refers to the study of tissues?

Accepted Answer

Histology

Question 14

If the eyes are superior to the mouth, which direction does 'superior' indicate?

Accepted Answer

Toward the head

Question 15

Which cavity contains the heart?

Accepted Answer

Pericardial cavity

Question 16

A cross-sectional image of the thoracic cavity is taken from the feet looking toward the head. Which anatomical plane is this?

Accepted Answer

Transverse (horizontal) plane

Question 17

Which of the following is a function of serous fluid?

Accepted Answer

Lubricates membranes and reduces friction with movement

Question 18

Which organ system is responsible for removing waste from the blood and regulating water balance?

Accepted Answer

Urinary system

Question 19

A disease affecting the function of the pancreas would be studied under which branch of physiology?

Accepted Answer

Organ physiology

Question 20

Which equation best represents the relationship between atoms and molecules at the chemical level?

Accepted Answer

$	ext{Molecule} = \sum_{i=1}^{n} 	ext{Atom}_i$

Chapter 1: An Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology – Study Notes

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