Mader's Understanding Human Anatomy & Physiology (Longenbaker), 8th Edition

Chapter 1: Organization of the Body

True or False Quiz

1
The study of the functions of a body or its parts is called physiology.
A)True
B)False
2
The basic unit of living things is the organ.
A)True
B)False
3
A group of similar cells that perform a specific function are tissues.
A)True
B)False
4
The mouth is inferior to the nose.
A)True
B)False
5
The nose is on the posterior aspect of the head.
A)True
B)False
6
The stomach is superior to the diaphragm.
A)True
B)False
7
The hand is distal to the elbow.
A)True
B)False
8
The thigh is called the femoral region.
A)True
B)False
9
The fingers are called carpals.
A)True
B)False
10
The foot is the pedal region.
A)True
B)False
11
If the heart is cut to give anterior and posterior sections, a sagittal cut would be done.
A)True
B)False
12
The right arm and left leg are contralateral to each other.
A)True
B)False
13
The lungs are in the mediastinum.
A)True
B)False
14
Serous membranes help to reduce friction from body parts rubbing together.
A)True
B)False
15
The parietal peritoneum covers the abdominal organs.
A)True
B)False
16
The heart is found in both the ventral and thoracic body cavities.
A)True
B)False
17
The brain is found in both the ventral and cranial body cavities.
A)True
B)False
18
Muscles produce heat.
A)True
B)False
19
The lymphatic system helps the body prevent water and heat loss.
A)True
B)False
20
The respiratory system delivers oxygen to body cells and tissues.
A)True
B)False
21
Bacterial meningitis is the most dangerous type of meningitis.
A)True
B)False
22
Peritonitis can be caused by a ruptured appendix.
A)True
B)False
23
Childbirth is an example of negative feedback.
A)True
B)False
24
Soft tissue shows up well in an x-ray.
A)True
B)False
25
A sonogram uses sound waves to create an image.
A)True
B)False
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