Frequently tested Anatomy and Physiology 1 Final Exam questions & answers

What is the basic structural unit of the human body? ️️ The cell Which organelle is responsible for producing ATP? ️️ The mitochondrion What type of tissue covers body surfaces and lines cavities? ️️ Epithelial tissue What is the function of red blood cells? ️️ To transport oxygen Which system regulates hormones in the body? ️️ The endocrine system What is the largest organ in the human body? ️️ The skin Which body system is responsible for movement? ️️ The muscular system What is homeostasis? ️️ The maintenance of a stable internal environment Which organ filters blood to produce urine? ️️ The kidneys What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion? ️️ Ball-and-socket joint What is the function of white blood cells? ️️ To fight infections Which system controls rapid responses to stimuli? ️️ The nervous system 2 What is the main function of the respiratory system? ️️ Gas exchange Which bone protects the brain? ️️ The skull What is the function of the small intestine? ️️ Nutrient absorption Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination? ️️ The cerebellum What is the primary function of the heart? ️️ To pump blood Which type of muscle is involuntary and found in organs? ️️ Smooth muscle What is the liquid portion of blood called? ️️ Plasma Which system removes waste from the body? ️️ The urinary system What is the function of the diaphragm? ️️ To aid in breathing Which structure connects muscles to bones? ️️ Tendons What is the function of the liver? ️️ Detoxification and metabolism Which system protects the body from pathogens? ️️ The immune system What is the main function of the large intestine? ️️ Water absorption Which type of tissue conducts electrical impulses? ️️ Nervous tissue What is the function of the alveoli? ️️ Gas exchange in the lungs 3 Which bone is the longest in the body? ️️ The femur What is the role of enzymes in the body? ️️ To speed up chemical reactions Which organ stores bile? ️️ The gallbladder What is the function of the spinal cord? ️️ To transmit nerve signals Which system includes glands that secrete hormones? ️️ The endocrine system What is the function of the pancreas? ️️ Produces insulin and digestive enzymes Which part of the heart pumps oxygenated blood to the body? ️️ The left ventricle What is the function of hemoglobin? ️️ To carry oxygen in red blood cells Which organ is responsible for filtering toxins from blood? ️️ The liver What is the function of ligaments? ️️ To connect bones to other bones Which system controls voluntary movements? ️️ The somatic nervous system What is the function of the hypothalamus? ️️ Regulates body temperature and hormones Which structure is responsible for hearing? ️️ The ear What is the function of cartilage? ️️ To provide flexible support Which part of the brain controls breathing and heart rate? ️️ The medulla oblongata 4 What is the function of the esophagus?