Study Guide For Structure & Function Of The Body 17th Edition
By Eric L Sun, Kevin T. Patton
,Chapter 01: Introduction To The Body _________________________________________________ 3
Chapter 02: Chemistry Of Life _______________________________________________________ 45
Chapter 03: Cells__________________________________________________________________ 98
Chapter 04: Tissues ______________________________________________________________ 136
Chapter 05: Organ Systems ________________________________________________________ 151
Chapter 06: Skin And Membranes ___________________________________________________ 183
Chapter 07: Skeletal System _______________________________________________________ 226
Chapter 08: Muscular System ______________________________________________________ 274
Chapter 09: Nervous System _______________________________________________________ 314
Chapter 10: Senses _______________________________________________________________ 372
Chapter 11: Endocrine System ______________________________________________________ 414
Chapter 12: Blood ________________________________________________________________ 463
Chapter 13: Cardiovascular System __________________________________________________ 506
Chapter 14: Lymphatic System And Immunity _________________________________________ 556
Chapter 15: Respiratory System ____________________________________________________ 598
Chapter 16: Digestive System ______________________________________________________ 650
Chapter 17: Nutrition And Metabolism _______________________________________________ 705
Chapter 18: Urinary System ________________________________________________________ 743
Chapter 19: Fluid And Electrolyte Balance ____________________________________________ 790
Chapter 20: Acid-Base Balance _____________________________________________________ 823
Chapter 21: Reproductive Systems __________________________________________________ 855
Chapter 22: Growth And Development _______________________________________________ 904
,Chapter 01: Introduction To The Body
Multiple Choice
1. The Diaphragm Is A Muscle That Separates Which Two Body Cavities?
A. Thoracic And Abdominal
B. Pelvic And Abdominal
C. Cranial And Spinal
D. Ventral And Dorsal
Answer: A. Thoracic And Abdominal
Rationale: The Diaphragm Is A Dome-Shaped Muscle That Separates The Thoracic Cavity, Where The
Lungs And Heart Are Located, From The Abdominal Cavity.
2. Which Plane Divides The Body Into Left And Right Halves?
A. Transverse Plane
B. Coronal Plane
C. Midsagittal Plane
D. Frontal Plane
Answer: C. Midsagittal Plane
Rationale: The Midsagittal Plane Runs Vertically Down The Middle Of The Body, Dividing It Into Equal
Left And Right Halves.
3. Which Body Cavity Contains The Brain?
A. Thoracic Cavity
B. Ventral Cavity
C. Dorsal Cavity
D. Cranial Cavity
Answer: D. Cranial Cavity
Rationale: The Cranial Cavity Is Located In The Dorsal Cavity And Houses The Brain.
, 4. What Structure Connects Muscles To Bones?
A. Ligaments
B. Tendons
C. Cartilage
D. Fascia
Answer: B. Tendons
Rationale: Tendons Are Strong, Fibrous Tissues That Connect Muscles To Bones, Allowing Movement Of
The Skeleton.
5. The Kidneys Are Located In Which Cavity?
A. Pelvic Cavity
B. Abdominal Cavity
C. Thoracic Cavity
D. Cranial Cavity
Answer: B. Abdominal Cavity
Rationale: The Kidneys Are Located In The Abdominal Cavity, Specifically In The Retroperitoneal Space.
6. Which Of The Following Is Part Of The Appendicular Skeleton?
A. Skull
B. Rib Cage
C. Femur
D. Vertebral Column
Answer: C. Femur
Rationale: The Appendicular Skeleton Consists Of The Limbs And Girdles, Including Bones Like The
Femur (Thigh Bone).