Understanding Anatomy and Physiology, 4th Edition (Thompson, 2025) – 400+ Verified Questions & Answers [2025–2026 Updated]

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1. The study of the structures of the body and their relationships to one
another is called:
A. Physiology
B. Anatomy
C. Pathology
D. Biology
Answer: B
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Remember
Learning Objective: LO 1.1 Define anatomy
Section Reference: 1.1 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology


2. The study of the function of body parts and how they work together is
known as:
A. Histology
B. Physiology
C. Anatomy
D. Cytology
Answer: B
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Remember
Learning Objective: LO 1.1 Define physiology
Section Reference: 1.1 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology


3. Which of the following best illustrates the principle of complementarity of
structure and function?
A. Bones store calcium
B. The heart has valves that prevent backflow
C. The skin has multiple layers to protect underlying tissues
D. All of the above
Answer: D
Difficulty: Moderate

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Bloom’s: Understand
Learning Objective: LO 1.2 Explain the relationship between structure and
function
Section Reference: 1.2 Complementarity


4. The smallest living unit of structure and function in the human body is the:
A. Organ
B. Tissue
C. Cell
D. Molecule
Answer: C
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Remember
Learning Objective: LO 1.3 Identify levels of structural organization
Section Reference: 1.3 Levels of Organization


5. Which level of organization consists of groups of similar cells performing a
common function?
A. Tissue
B. Organ
C. Organ system
D. Chemical
Answer: A
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Remember
Learning Objective: LO 1.3 Describe tissue level organization
Section Reference: 1.3 Levels of Organization


6. Which organ system is responsible for transporting nutrients, gases, and
wastes?
A. Digestive