Basics of Anatomy Part 1 - Cells, Organs & Systems

Question 1

Which body system controls the blood by means of the heart and blood vessels?

Accepted Answer

Circulatory

Question 2

This type of tissue is a protective covering. Ex. are skin, hair, nails, and the lining of the heart.

Accepted Answer

epithelial

Question 3

Which body system purifies the body by elimination waste matter?

Accepted Answer

excretory

Question 4

Which body system serves as a protective covering and helps us regulate temperature, sweat and sensation?

Accepted Answer

Integumentary

Question 5

This watery fluid is necessary for cell growth, repair and reproduction:

Accepted Answer

cytoplasm

Question 6

All of the following are unfavorable conditions for cell mitosis EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

exercise

Question 7

What is the function of the kidneys?

Accepted Answer

Excretes water and waste products

Question 8

Which part of the cell contains the DNA?

Accepted Answer

nucleus

Question 9

This tissue contracts and moves parts of the body:

Accepted Answer

muscular

Question 10

What is the study of the structures of the human body that can be seen with the naked eye?

Accepted Answer

anatomy

Question 11

Which body system develops immunities and destroys toxins?

Accepted Answer

Lymphatic

Question 12

This is the process of cellular division:

Accepted Answer

Mitosis

Question 13

This is also know as microscopic anatomy - the study of tiny structures found in living tissue:

Accepted Answer

histology

Question 14

This tissue gives our body its smoothness and contour:

Accepted Answer

adipose

Question 15

Which system forms the physical foundation of our bodies?

Accepted Answer

skeletal

Question 16

This break-down process releases energy to be used in muscle contractions and heat production:

Accepted Answer

catabolism

Question 17

This type of tissue supports, binds and protects other tissues. Ex. are cartilage and tendons.

Accepted Answer

connective

Question 18

This is a jelly-like substance that contains proteins, fats, carbs and water:

Accepted Answer

protoplasm

Question 19

What are the basic units of all living things?

Accepted Answer

cells

Question 20

Which body system is responsible for carrying messages to and from the brain and spinal cord?

Accepted Answer

Nervous

Question 21

What is DNA responsible for?

Accepted Answer

hair, skin, and eye color

Question 22

Which body system supplies the body with oxygen and eliminates carbon dioxide?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory

Question 23

Which system changes food into nutrients and waste?

Accepted Answer

Digestive

Question 24

What is the study of the functions and activities performed by body structures?

Accepted Answer

physiology

Question 25

What are structures formed of specialized tissues that perform specific functions?

Accepted Answer

Organs

Question 26

Which body system affects growth, development, health and specialized glands?

Accepted Answer

Endocrine

Question 27

Which of the following does a cell NOT need to function?

Accepted Answer

Ability to form core memories

Question 28

The cell _____________ encloses the cell and allows substances to exit and enter.

Accepted Answer

membrane

Question 29

This is the chemical process that "builds up" a cell from smaller molecules to larger ones:

Accepted Answer

anabolism

Question 30

___________ are a collection of similar cells that perform a particular function:

Accepted Answer

tissues

Basics of Anatomy Part 1 - Cells, Organs & Systems

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Basics of Anatomy Part 1 - Cells, Organs & Systems

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