The Human Body in Health and Illness 7th
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1. What is the basic unit of life?
A. Cell
The cell is the smallest structure capable of performing all life
functions.
2. Which body system transports oxygen and nutrients to tissues?
B. Cardiovascular system
This system uses blood to deliver essential substances throughout the
body.
3. What plane divides the body into right and left portions?
C. Sagittal
Sagittal planes run vertically and separate the body into left and
right.
4. Which term means toward the head?
B. Superior
Superior describes a position above another part.
5. What type of tissue covers body surfaces and lines cavities?
A. Epithelial tissue
Epithelial tissue forms protective layers and boundaries.
6. Which organ system defends against infection?
D. Lymphatic/Immune system
It includes lymph nodes and white blood cells that fight pathogens.
7. The process of maintaining stable internal conditions is called:
, C. Homeostasis
Homeostasis ensures consistent physiological conditions.
8. Which body cavity contains the heart and lungs?
A. Thoracic cavity
It houses the lungs in pleural spaces and the heart in the
mediastinum.
9. What is the main function of red blood cells?
D. Transport oxygen
Hemoglobin in RBCs carries oxygen to tissues.
10. The functional unit of the kidney is the:
B. Nephron
Nephrons filter blood and form urine.
11. Which system regulates body activities using hormones?
A. Endocrine system
Hormones are chemical messengers controlling long-term regulation.
12. What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?
C. Ball-and-socket
Examples include hip and shoulder joints.
13. Which organ produces bile?
B. Liver
Bile aids digestion and fat absorption.
14. The voice box is also known as the:
A. Larynx
The larynx houses vocal cords used in speech.
15. What is the role of platelets?
C. Blood clotting
Platelets initiate clot formation to prevent bleeding.
Edition Exam Preparation Newest With
Complete Questions And Correct Detailed
Answers| Brand New Version
1. What is the basic unit of life?
A. Cell
The cell is the smallest structure capable of performing all life
functions.
2. Which body system transports oxygen and nutrients to tissues?
B. Cardiovascular system
This system uses blood to deliver essential substances throughout the
body.
3. What plane divides the body into right and left portions?
C. Sagittal
Sagittal planes run vertically and separate the body into left and
right.
4. Which term means toward the head?
B. Superior
Superior describes a position above another part.
5. What type of tissue covers body surfaces and lines cavities?
A. Epithelial tissue
Epithelial tissue forms protective layers and boundaries.
6. Which organ system defends against infection?
D. Lymphatic/Immune system
It includes lymph nodes and white blood cells that fight pathogens.
7. The process of maintaining stable internal conditions is called:
, C. Homeostasis
Homeostasis ensures consistent physiological conditions.
8. Which body cavity contains the heart and lungs?
A. Thoracic cavity
It houses the lungs in pleural spaces and the heart in the
mediastinum.
9. What is the main function of red blood cells?
D. Transport oxygen
Hemoglobin in RBCs carries oxygen to tissues.
10. The functional unit of the kidney is the:
B. Nephron
Nephrons filter blood and form urine.
11. Which system regulates body activities using hormones?
A. Endocrine system
Hormones are chemical messengers controlling long-term regulation.
12. What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?
C. Ball-and-socket
Examples include hip and shoulder joints.
13. Which organ produces bile?
B. Liver
Bile aids digestion and fat absorption.
14. The voice box is also known as the:
A. Larynx
The larynx houses vocal cords used in speech.
15. What is the role of platelets?
C. Blood clotting
Platelets initiate clot formation to prevent bleeding.
