$$\text{Monomer} + \text{Monomer} \rightarrow \text{Dimer} + \text{H}_2\text{O}$$

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the relationship between structure and function in anatomy and physiology?

Accepted Answer

Structure determines function, and function can influence structure over time.

Question 2

Which branch of anatomy and physiology would most likely study the hormonal regulation of blood glucose levels?

Accepted Answer

Endocrinology

Question 3

Arrange the following levels of organization from simplest to most complex: tissue, cell, organ, molecule, organ system.

Accepted Answer

Molecule → Cell → Tissue → Organ → Organ System

Question 4

Which of the following is the correct anatomical position?

Accepted Answer

Body erect, feet parallel and flat, arms at sides, palms facing forward

Question 5

A cut that divides the body into anterior and posterior portions is made along which plane?

Accepted Answer

Frontal (coronal)

Question 6

If a structure is described as 'lateral' to another, what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

It is farther from the midline of the body.

Question 7

Which of the following body cavities contains the heart and is lined by the pericardium?

Accepted Answer

Pericardial cavity

Question 8

Which serous membrane directly covers the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Visceral pleura

Question 9

A solution contains 0.5 moles of NaCl dissolved in 1 liter of water. What is its molarity ($$M$$)?

Accepted Answer

$$M = \frac{0.5\ mol}{1\ L} = 0.5\ M$$

Question 10

Which of the following best explains why both 0.9% NaCl and 5% glucose solutions are isotonic to human cells?

Accepted Answer

They have the same osmolarity, approximately 290 mOsm.

Question 11

Which of the following is an example of a dehydration synthesis reaction?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Monomer} + 	ext{Monomer} ightarrow 	ext{Dimer} + 	ext{H}_2	ext{O}$$

Question 12

Which of the following is a correct pairing of a macromolecule and its monomer?

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrate – Monosaccharide

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the difference between saturated and unsaturated fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

Saturated fatty acids have only single bonds; unsaturated have one or more double bonds.

Question 14

Which level of protein structure is defined by the sequence of amino acids?

Accepted Answer

Primary structure

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

Highly vascular with abundant blood supply.

Question 16

Which type of epithelial tissue is best adapted for diffusion and is found lining the alveoli of the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Simple squamous epithelium

Question 17

Which of the following is a function of connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Providing structural and metabolic support for other tissues

Question 18

Which cell type is responsible for producing collagen fibers in connective tissue?

Accepted Answer

Fibroblast

Question 19

A patient is diagnosed with peritonitis. Which serous membrane and cavity are involved?

Accepted Answer

Visceral peritoneum and peritoneal cavity

Foundations of Anatomy & Physiology: Structure, Organization, and Tissue Types

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