HESI A2 Practice Test biology questions with answers graded A 100% verified

Vitamin K is created in the ... - Intestinal tract The largest organ in the body is the ... - Skin A medical scientist wants to study the parenchyma of the kidney. This scientist would correctly be known, most specifically, as a ... - histologist What is Erythropoiesis? - Red blood cell formation In which part of the body is keratin NOT found? - Teeth What is the relationship between sarcomeres and muscle cells? - Muscle cells contain myofibrils, which in turn are made up of sarcomeres A person who has torn their vastus lateralis muscle will need what? - A cane or crutches Muscles produce contraction due to the sliding action of: - filaments The medulla oblongata has what primary responsibility? - Vital functions Which of the following is true about simple reflexes? - They travel only through the spinal cord Estrogen serves what primary function in the female reproductive system? - It initiates the preparation of the endometrium for pregnancy. What is the name of the structure that transfers urine from the kidneys to the bladder? - Ureters. Humans can survive most easily without which of the following? - Gallbladder Which of the following is NOT a role of cortisol? - Controlling motor impulses