Anatomy and Physiology Test Bank Exam
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1. Which level of organization is considered the basic unit
of life?
A. Tissue
B. Cell
C. Organ
D. Organ system
Rationale: Cells are the smallest units capable of carrying
out all vital life functions.
2. The primary function of the skeletal system is to:
A. Produce hormones
B. Transport nutrients
C. Provide support and protection
D. Control body temperature
Rationale: The skeletal system provides structural support,
protects vital organs, and allows movement.
, 3. Which body cavity contains the lungs?
A. Abdominal
B. Pelvic
C. Thoracic
D. Cranial
Rationale: The thoracic cavity houses the lungs and heart.
4. Homeostasis refers to:
A. The breakdown of cells
B. Growth and development
C. Maintenance of a stable internal environment
D. Energy production
Rationale: Homeostasis keeps internal conditions within
normal limits despite external changes.
5. Which organelle is responsible for producing ATP?
A. Ribosome
B. Nucleus
C. Mitochondria
D. Golgi apparatus
Rationale: Mitochondria generate ATP through cellular
respiration.
, 6. The directional term meaning “toward the head” is:
A. Inferior
B. Superior
C. Posterior
D. Distal
Rationale: Superior indicates a position closer to the head or
upper part of the body.
7. Which tissue type lines body cavities and covers organs?
A. Connective
B. Muscle
C. Nervous
D. Epithelial
Rationale: Epithelial tissue forms protective coverings and
linings throughout the body.
8. The function of red blood cells is to:
A. Fight infection
B. Transport oxygen
C. Clot blood
D. Regulate immunity
Rationale: Red blood cells carry oxygen using hemoglobin.
, 9. Which plane divides the body into left and right halves?
A. Frontal
B. Transverse
C. Sagittal
D. Oblique
Rationale: The sagittal plane separates the body into left
and right sections.
10. Which muscle type is involuntary and striated?
A. Smooth muscle
B. Skeletal muscle
C. Cardiac muscle
D. Visceral muscle
Rationale: Cardiac muscle is striated and functions without
conscious control.
11. The largest organ in the human body is the:
A. Liver
B. Brain
C. Skin
D. Lung
Rationale: The skin is the largest organ by surface area and
weight.
NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY
GRADED A+||BRAND NEW!!
1. Which level of organization is considered the basic unit
of life?
A. Tissue
B. Cell
C. Organ
D. Organ system
Rationale: Cells are the smallest units capable of carrying
out all vital life functions.
2. The primary function of the skeletal system is to:
A. Produce hormones
B. Transport nutrients
C. Provide support and protection
D. Control body temperature
Rationale: The skeletal system provides structural support,
protects vital organs, and allows movement.
, 3. Which body cavity contains the lungs?
A. Abdominal
B. Pelvic
C. Thoracic
D. Cranial
Rationale: The thoracic cavity houses the lungs and heart.
4. Homeostasis refers to:
A. The breakdown of cells
B. Growth and development
C. Maintenance of a stable internal environment
D. Energy production
Rationale: Homeostasis keeps internal conditions within
normal limits despite external changes.
5. Which organelle is responsible for producing ATP?
A. Ribosome
B. Nucleus
C. Mitochondria
D. Golgi apparatus
Rationale: Mitochondria generate ATP through cellular
respiration.
, 6. The directional term meaning “toward the head” is:
A. Inferior
B. Superior
C. Posterior
D. Distal
Rationale: Superior indicates a position closer to the head or
upper part of the body.
7. Which tissue type lines body cavities and covers organs?
A. Connective
B. Muscle
C. Nervous
D. Epithelial
Rationale: Epithelial tissue forms protective coverings and
linings throughout the body.
8. The function of red blood cells is to:
A. Fight infection
B. Transport oxygen
C. Clot blood
D. Regulate immunity
Rationale: Red blood cells carry oxygen using hemoglobin.
, 9. Which plane divides the body into left and right halves?
A. Frontal
B. Transverse
C. Sagittal
D. Oblique
Rationale: The sagittal plane separates the body into left
and right sections.
10. Which muscle type is involuntary and striated?
A. Smooth muscle
B. Skeletal muscle
C. Cardiac muscle
D. Visceral muscle
Rationale: Cardiac muscle is striated and functions without
conscious control.
11. The largest organ in the human body is the:
A. Liver
B. Brain
C. Skin
D. Lung
Rationale: The skin is the largest organ by surface area and
weight.
