Approach 8th Edition By Dee Silverthorn (Author)
Latest Version 2026
,Table Of Contents
BASIC CELL PROCESSES: INTEGRATION AND COORDINATION
Introduction To Physiology
Molecular Interactions
Compartmentation: Cells And Tissues
Energy And Cellular Metabolism
Membrane Dynamics
Communication, Integration, And Homeostasis
HOMEOSTASIS AND CONTROL
Introduction To The Endocrine System
Neurons: Cellular And Network Properties
The Central Nervous System
Sensory Physiology
Efferent Division: Autonomic And Somatic Motor Control
Muscles
Integrative Physiology I: Control Of Body Movement
INTEGRATION OF FUNCTION
Cardiovascular Physiology
Blood Flow And The Control Of Blood Pressure
Blood
Mechanics Of Breathing
Gas Exchange And Transport
The Kidneys
Integrative Physiology II: Fluid And Electrolyte Balance
METABOLISM, GROWTH, AND AGING
The Digestive System
Metabolism And Energy Balance
Endocrine Control Of Growth And Metabolism
The Immune System
Integrative Physiology III: Exercise
Reproduction And Development
,1) Physiology Is The Study Of
A) The Structure Of The Body.
B) The Tissues And Organs Of The Body At The Microscopic Level.
C) Growth And Reproduction.
D) The Normal Functions Of The Organ Systems.
E) The Facial Features As An Indication Of Personality.
ANS: D
Section Title: The Science Of Physiology Learning
Outcome: 1.5
: Level I: Reviewing Facts And Terms (Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge)
2) The Literal Meaning Of The Term Physiology Is Knowledge Of
A) Organs.
B) Nature.
C) Science.
D) Chemistry.
E) Math.
ANS: B
Section Title: The Science Of Physiology Learning
Outcome: 1.5
: Level I: Reviewing Facts And Terms (Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge)
3) Because Anatomy And Physiology Have Different Definitions, They Are
Usually Considered Separately In Studies Of The Body.
A) True
B) False
ANS: B
Section Title: The Science Of Physiology Learning
Outcome: 1.5
: Level I: Reviewing Facts And Terms (Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge)
4) The Following Is A List Of Several Levels Of Organization That Make
Up The Human Body.
, 1. Tissue
2. Cell
3. Organ
4. Molecule
5. Organism
6. Organ System
The Correct Order From The Smallest To The Largest Is
A) 2, 4, 1, 3, 6, 5.
B) 4, 2, 1, 6, 3, 5.
C) 4, 2, 1, 3, 6, 5.
D) 4, 2, 3, 1, 6, 5.
E) 6, 4, 5, 2, 3, 1.
ANS: C
Section Title: The Science Of Physiology Learning
Outcome: 1.1
: Level I: Reviewing Facts And Terms (Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge)
5) "Glucose Is Transported From Blood Into Cells Because Cells Require
Glucose To Meet Their Energy Needs." This Type Of Explanation Is
A) Mechanistic.
B) Theological.
C) Teleological.
D) Metalogical.
E) Scatological.
ANS: C
Section Title: The Science Of Physiology Learning
Outcome: 1.4
: Level I: Reviewing Facts And Terms (Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge)
6) "Glucose Is Transported From Blood Into Cells By Transporters In
Response To Insulin." This Type Of Explanation Is
A) Mechanistic.
B) Theological.
C) Teleological.
D) Metalogical.
E) Scatological.
ANS: A
Section Title: The Science Of Physiology Learning
Outcome: 1.4
: Level I: Reviewing Facts And Terms (Bloom's Taxonomy: Knowledge)
7) Which Of The Following Is A Buffer Zone Between The Outside World
And Most Of The Cells Of The Body?