Building Blocks of The Human Body

The body system that sends and receives body messages is called the:

The process of building up larger molecules from smaller ones is:

A separate body structure made up of tissue that performs a specific function as part of a system is a(n):

A group of body structures which perform one or more vital functions for the body is called a:

What is another name for histology?

What is the study of structures too small to be seen except through a microscope called?

Organelles in the cytoplasm that take in nutrients break them down & create ATP energy molecules for the cells is called

The release of energy within a cell necessary for the performance of specific body functions is caused by:

The outer surface of the cell is known as the:

All of the following statements about mitochondria are correct EXCEPT:

The control center of cell activities is called the:

The body system that controls the sebaceous (oil) and sudoriferous (sweat) glands is referred to as the:

What three basic parts are found in most human cells?

The activity in which each cell absorbs food, grows in size and divides into two new cells is referred to as:

The chemical process in which cells receive nutrients for cell growth and reproduction is known as:

The stomach and which other organ are responsible for digesting food?

Carbohydrates are converted to glucose for energy in the body, and excess carbohydrates can result in excess body fat.

Which of the following is NOT an example of metabolism?

Cell structures found in pairs near the nucleus are defined as:

The study of normal organ function and systems of the body is known as:

Which of the organs of the body is the largest?

Which body system circulates blood through the body?

Groups of cells of the same kind make up:

What is the function of the muscular system?

The colorless, gel-like substance containing water, salt and nutrients that cells are composed of is referred to as:

The process of cell growth and division is called the growth cycle.

The study of structures that can be seen with the naked eye is called:

The primary function of the excretory system is to:

What is the structure and function of epithelial tissue?

What is the function of the endocrine system?

Which primary organ of the lymphatic system filters old/non-functional red blood cells from the body?

Which of the following systems provides the framework of the body?

What is the function of the digestive system?

Which type of tissue supports, protects and holds the body together?

Which area of science involves the study of the organs and systems of the body?

Which type of tissue coordinates body functions in addition to carrying messages to and from the brain and spinal cord?

Cells make up tissues, tissues make up organs and organs make up: