Pre Lab Quizzes
The area of the retina that lacks photoreceptive cells is called the - ANSW optic disc
What structure contains smooth muscle that can change the shape of the lens? -
ANSW ciliary body
_____ focuses the light onto the retina - ANSW lens
The ________ contains the sensory receptors for hearing. - ANSW cochlea
The sense of smell is also known as - ANSW olfaction
The ________ is the innermost layer of the eye and it contains photoreceptor cells (rods
and cones). - ANSW retina
The role of the rod cells of the retina is to ________. - ANSW facilitate peripheral vision
and vision in low-light conditions
Which of the following connects the olfactory bulbs to the olfactory area of the
cerebrum? - ANSW olfactory tracts
The ________ of the eye contains the pigmented cells that are responsible for eye
color. - ANSW iris
The spiral organ is innervated by the cochlear division of the vestibulocochlear nerve. -
ANSW true
The role of cerumen is to ________. - ANSW trap foreign particles that enter the
external acoustic meatus
The structure that connects the auricle to the tympanic membrane is called the
________. - ANSW external acoustic meatus
What structure contains smooth muscle that can dilate or constrict the pupil - ANSW iris
What fluid is found in the anterior chamber? - ANSW Aqueous
What is the purpose of the aqueous humor? - ANSW Nourishes the anterior eye
tissues
, The structure that connects the auricle to the tympanic membrane is called the
________. - ANSW external acoustic meatus
What structure connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx? - ANSW Auditory tube
Clinicians divide the abdominopelvic region into four quadrants. Anatomists divide this
region into _____________ smaller segments. - ANSW nine
________ serous membranes line the walls of cavities, whereas ________ serous
membranes cover the surfaces of internal organs. - ANSW Parietal; visceral
The ventral cavity consists of the ________ and ________ cavities. - ANSW thoracic;
abdominopelvic
The ________ system is responsible for processing food and the absorption of
nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and water. - ANSW digestive
The anatomical term superior means ________. - ANSW closer to the head
Which of the following correctly describes anatomical position? - ANSW Standing erect,
head and eyes directed forward, upper limbs at the sides with palms facing anteriorly,
lower limbs together with toes facing anteriorly.
Anterior - ANSW Closer to the front
Lateral - ANSW Farther from the midline
Superior - ANSW Closer to the head
Inferior - ANSW Closer to the feet
Proximal - ANSW Closer to the trunk
Distal - ANSW Farther from the trunk
Which of the following sections would least likely allow you to see at least one kidney? -
ANSW midsagittal
trachea - ANSW respiratory system
brain - ANSW nervous system
small intestine - ANSW digestive system
prostate gland - ANSW male reproductive system