Question 1

Which of the following best describes the principle of complementarity of structure and function?

Accepted Answer

What a structure can do depends on its specific form.

Question 2

Which organelle is primarily responsible for ATP production in eukaryotic cells?

Accepted Answer

Mitochondrion

Question 3

A solution with a pH of 4 has how many times more hydrogen ions than a solution with a pH of 7?

Accepted Answer

$$10^3$$

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a function of the plasma membrane?

Accepted Answer

Providing a site for protein synthesis

Question 5

Which type of chemical bond involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms?

Accepted Answer

Covalent bond

Question 6

Which organ system is primarily responsible for removing nitrogenous wastes and regulating water balance?

Accepted Answer

Urinary system

Question 7

A red blood cell placed in a hypertonic solution will:

Accepted Answer

Shrink due to water loss

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

Accepted Answer

They act as biological catalysts to speed up reactions.

Question 9

Which of the following is a correct description of the anatomical position?

Accepted Answer

Body is erect, feet together, arms at sides, palms facing forward

Question 10

Which of the following statements about DNA and RNA is correct?

Accepted Answer

DNA contains deoxyribose, while RNA contains ribose.

Question 11

Which of the following best explains why most chemical reactions in the body are irreversible?

Accepted Answer

Energy released is often captured in other processes, making reversal unlikely.

Question 12

Which of the following is a function of the Golgi apparatus?

Accepted Answer

Modifying, concentrating, and packaging proteins and lipids

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the function of buffers in biological systems?

Accepted Answer

They maintain a stable pH by binding or releasing hydrogen ions.

Question 14

Which of the following is true regarding the resting membrane potential of a typical cell?

Accepted Answer

It is mainly established by potassium ion movement.

Question 15

Which of the following is a characteristic of facilitated diffusion?

Accepted Answer

It requires a transport protein and moves substances down their concentration gradient.

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the process of dehydration synthesis?

Accepted Answer

Joining monomers to form polymers by removing a water molecule

Question 17

Which of the following is a function of the cytoskeleton?

Accepted Answer

Providing mechanical support and aiding in cell movement

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the role of the glycocalyx?

Accepted Answer

It acts as a biological marker for cell recognition.

Question 19

Which of the following is a correct pairing of a body cavity and a major organ it contains?

Accepted Answer

Thoracic cavity – lungs

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the function of peroxisomes?

Accepted Answer

Detoxifying harmful substances such as alcohol and free radicals

Anatomy & Physiology Study Guide: Chapters 1–3 (Orientation, Chemistry, and Cells)

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