PRINCIPLES OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES, NATIONAL EXAM WITH
SOLUTIONS #3
Prophase I - correct answer crossing-over occurs between tetrads
Metaphase I - correct answer Paired homologous chromosomes line up across the
center of the cell
Anaphase I - correct answer Spindle fibers pull each homologous chromosome pair
toward an opposite end of the cell
Telophase - correct answer A nuclear membrane forms around each cluster of
chromosomes and cytokinesis follows, forming two new cells
Prophase II - correct answer Chromosomes consist of two chromatids, but they do not
pair to form tetrads
Telophase II - correct answer A nuclear membrane forms around each cluster of
chromosomes and cytokinesis follows, forming four new cells.
Mitosis: Form of reproduction - correct answer Asexual
Meiosis: Form of reproduction - correct answer first stage in sexual
Mitosis: Number of daughter cells - correct answer 2
Meiosis : Number of daughter cells - correct answer 4
Mitosis: change in chromsome number - correct answer No change; stays diploid
Meiosis: change in chromsome number - correct answer cut in half to haploid
Mitosis: Number of cell divisions - correct answer 1
Meiosis: Number of cell divisions - correct answer 2
Mitosis: Difference in alleles between parent cell and daughter cells - correct answer
none
Meiosis: Difference in alleles between parent cell and daughter cells - correct answer
Each of the four daughter cells is genetically different from the parent
911 Operator - correct answer referring calls to appropriate law
enforcementagencies/emergency medical services, determining the response
requirements and prioritizing situation and dispatching units according to a set of
established procedures
,~High school diploma or equivalent
Answering inquiries
EMT - correct answer Care for the sick or injured in emergency medical settings
respond to emergency calls
~high school diploma or equivalent and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
certification postsecondary non-degree award
Crime Scene Investigator - correct answer Collect and examine evidence present
At crime scenes, Observe and look for evidence
~Bachelor's degree in science, Complete a Police Academy
Blood Spatter Analyst - correct answer examine the location and shape of blood drops,
stains, puddles and pools. Testify in court. Determine: The type of weapon used,
direction of travel of a victim or suspect, trajectory of a projectile, number of wounds a
victim may have suffered
How events unfolded during a violent crime
~degree in criminal justice, forensic science. Biology, anatomy, criminology,
constitutional law and statistical analysis
Forensic DNA Analyst - correct answer Observe DNA samples found at the scene of a
crime and compare it to potential suspects in order to accurately identify an entity. They
can work in crime labs or private labs.
~bachelor's degree in molecular biology, genetics or forensic science
Medical Examiner - correct answer Investigates deaths and injuries, performs post-
modem,testifies in court
~MD, Bachelor's Degree, Residency in pathology
Toxicologist - correct answer Develop new and better ways to determine the potential
harmful effects of chemical and physical agents and the amount (dosage) that will
cause these effects"(2) Study probability that specific particles will be a threat to human
health
~Major in biology and chemistry, physics, computer science, statistics
And mathematics (including calculus)
Bachelor's degree in toxicology
Morgue Assistant - correct answer Help prepare deceased before and after
examination, for instruction and research
~Highs school grad, Knowledge of human anatomy
Biochemist - correct answer Study chemical principles of biological processes using
tools such as electron microscopes. Some biochemists simply supply research for the
world of science and some apply this research to the work force such as a
pharmaceutical company.
~Bachelors, masters or doctorate in biochemistry. Phd is required for applied research.
, Food Scientist or Technologist - correct answer Use chemistry, microbiology,
engineering, and other sciences to study the principles underlying the processing of
foods, analyze food content, apply knowledge to determine way of producing healthier
foods
~Associates degrees in biology, animal science, or a related field
Nutritionist or Dietician - correct answer Advise people on what they should and
shouldn't eat based on a specific health condition or lifestyle goal
~Bachelor's degree, internship
License
Endocrinologist - correct answer Diagnose diseases related glands and treat hormonal
imbalances like menopause and diabetes
~Medical Degree and 14-15 years of school
Primary Care Physician - correct answer Diagnose and provide non-surgical treatment
of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems.
~Internal Medicine Residency Program
Certified Diabetic Educator (CDE) - correct answer Possess comprehensive knowledge
of and experience in prediabetes, diabetes prevention, and management. The CDE®
educates and supports people affected by diabetes to understand and manage the
condition.
~program development and administration provided in support of the diabetes patient
education program, Documentation in the education record of the assessment
Ophthalmologist - correct answer diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases of the
eye, degenerative and visual system
~A five-year degree in medicine or a six-year degree with foundation
Clinical Researcher - correct answer Test drugs for their effectiveness, risks and
benefits to ensure they are safe to allow on to the market
~Degree or postgraduate qualification in nursing, life sciences or medical sciences.
Podiatrist - correct answer Provides medical care for feet and ankles, including the
diagnosis, treatment and prevention of foot and ankle conditions
~Bachelor's degree, A Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree
Psychologist or Psychiatrist - correct answer Studies and assesses the science of
behavior and mental processes in a patient or in general/can administer medicine
~Master's degree in psychology/Requires an MD to administer medicine
Phlebotomist - correct answer Collect blood specimens, urine or fecal matter o Keep
patient calm through procedure, Prepare specimen for testing, Complete paperwork for
records
SOLUTIONS #3
Prophase I - correct answer crossing-over occurs between tetrads
Metaphase I - correct answer Paired homologous chromosomes line up across the
center of the cell
Anaphase I - correct answer Spindle fibers pull each homologous chromosome pair
toward an opposite end of the cell
Telophase - correct answer A nuclear membrane forms around each cluster of
chromosomes and cytokinesis follows, forming two new cells
Prophase II - correct answer Chromosomes consist of two chromatids, but they do not
pair to form tetrads
Telophase II - correct answer A nuclear membrane forms around each cluster of
chromosomes and cytokinesis follows, forming four new cells.
Mitosis: Form of reproduction - correct answer Asexual
Meiosis: Form of reproduction - correct answer first stage in sexual
Mitosis: Number of daughter cells - correct answer 2
Meiosis : Number of daughter cells - correct answer 4
Mitosis: change in chromsome number - correct answer No change; stays diploid
Meiosis: change in chromsome number - correct answer cut in half to haploid
Mitosis: Number of cell divisions - correct answer 1
Meiosis: Number of cell divisions - correct answer 2
Mitosis: Difference in alleles between parent cell and daughter cells - correct answer
none
Meiosis: Difference in alleles between parent cell and daughter cells - correct answer
Each of the four daughter cells is genetically different from the parent
911 Operator - correct answer referring calls to appropriate law
enforcementagencies/emergency medical services, determining the response
requirements and prioritizing situation and dispatching units according to a set of
established procedures
,~High school diploma or equivalent
Answering inquiries
EMT - correct answer Care for the sick or injured in emergency medical settings
respond to emergency calls
~high school diploma or equivalent and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
certification postsecondary non-degree award
Crime Scene Investigator - correct answer Collect and examine evidence present
At crime scenes, Observe and look for evidence
~Bachelor's degree in science, Complete a Police Academy
Blood Spatter Analyst - correct answer examine the location and shape of blood drops,
stains, puddles and pools. Testify in court. Determine: The type of weapon used,
direction of travel of a victim or suspect, trajectory of a projectile, number of wounds a
victim may have suffered
How events unfolded during a violent crime
~degree in criminal justice, forensic science. Biology, anatomy, criminology,
constitutional law and statistical analysis
Forensic DNA Analyst - correct answer Observe DNA samples found at the scene of a
crime and compare it to potential suspects in order to accurately identify an entity. They
can work in crime labs or private labs.
~bachelor's degree in molecular biology, genetics or forensic science
Medical Examiner - correct answer Investigates deaths and injuries, performs post-
modem,testifies in court
~MD, Bachelor's Degree, Residency in pathology
Toxicologist - correct answer Develop new and better ways to determine the potential
harmful effects of chemical and physical agents and the amount (dosage) that will
cause these effects"(2) Study probability that specific particles will be a threat to human
health
~Major in biology and chemistry, physics, computer science, statistics
And mathematics (including calculus)
Bachelor's degree in toxicology
Morgue Assistant - correct answer Help prepare deceased before and after
examination, for instruction and research
~Highs school grad, Knowledge of human anatomy
Biochemist - correct answer Study chemical principles of biological processes using
tools such as electron microscopes. Some biochemists simply supply research for the
world of science and some apply this research to the work force such as a
pharmaceutical company.
~Bachelors, masters or doctorate in biochemistry. Phd is required for applied research.
, Food Scientist or Technologist - correct answer Use chemistry, microbiology,
engineering, and other sciences to study the principles underlying the processing of
foods, analyze food content, apply knowledge to determine way of producing healthier
foods
~Associates degrees in biology, animal science, or a related field
Nutritionist or Dietician - correct answer Advise people on what they should and
shouldn't eat based on a specific health condition or lifestyle goal
~Bachelor's degree, internship
License
Endocrinologist - correct answer Diagnose diseases related glands and treat hormonal
imbalances like menopause and diabetes
~Medical Degree and 14-15 years of school
Primary Care Physician - correct answer Diagnose and provide non-surgical treatment
of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems.
~Internal Medicine Residency Program
Certified Diabetic Educator (CDE) - correct answer Possess comprehensive knowledge
of and experience in prediabetes, diabetes prevention, and management. The CDE®
educates and supports people affected by diabetes to understand and manage the
condition.
~program development and administration provided in support of the diabetes patient
education program, Documentation in the education record of the assessment
Ophthalmologist - correct answer diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases of the
eye, degenerative and visual system
~A five-year degree in medicine or a six-year degree with foundation
Clinical Researcher - correct answer Test drugs for their effectiveness, risks and
benefits to ensure they are safe to allow on to the market
~Degree or postgraduate qualification in nursing, life sciences or medical sciences.
Podiatrist - correct answer Provides medical care for feet and ankles, including the
diagnosis, treatment and prevention of foot and ankle conditions
~Bachelor's degree, A Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree
Psychologist or Psychiatrist - correct answer Studies and assesses the science of
behavior and mental processes in a patient or in general/can administer medicine
~Master's degree in psychology/Requires an MD to administer medicine
Phlebotomist - correct answer Collect blood specimens, urine or fecal matter o Keep
patient calm through procedure, Prepare specimen for testing, Complete paperwork for
records
