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Which of the following is FALSE regarding the use of quantitative data in scientific
research?
a. Quantitative data is collected a numerical measurement
b.Quantitative data is more accurate than qualitative data
c. Qualitative data is focus on perspectives and behaviors
d. Qualitative is collected through observation and interviews - correct answerb.
which of the following is an example of the location and function of cartilage in the
body?
a.the dense connective tissue that comprises the better part of the structure of the
skeleton
b.The support of pads that provide cushion at joints such as between the vertebrae of
the spinal cord
c. The connective structure made of fibrosis Collagen That connects muscles and
bones such as a connection of the patella to the quadricep
d.The layer beneath the skin and on the outside of internal organs that provides
cushioning and protection - correct answerb.
Two criteria for classifying epithelial tissue are
A. Cell type in cell function
B. Cell shape and cell type
C. Cell layers and cell shape
D. Cell function and cell layers - correct answerC.
where is the parathyroid gland located?
a. on the lateral lobes of the thyroid gland, on the posterior aspect.
b. on the pyramidal lobe of the thyroid gland, on the posterior aspect
c. on the lateral lobes of the thyroid gland, on the anterior aspect
d. on the left lateral lobe of the thyroid gland, on the anterior aspect - correct answera.
On average how many neutrons is one atom of bromine have?
A. 35
B. 44.90
C. 45
D. 79.90 - correct answerB
, On average how many protons is one atom of zinc have?
A. 30
B. 35
C. 35.39
D. 65.39 - correct answerA. 30
Which statement below correctly describes the movement of molecules in the body and
or in relation to the external environment?
A. Osmosis is the movement of a solution from an area of low solute concentration to an
area of high solute concentration
B. Diffusion is the process in the lungs by which oxygen is transported from the air to
the blood
C. Dissipation is a transport of molecules across a semi permeable membrane from an
area of low concentration to high concentration requiring energy
D. Reverse osmosis is the movement of molecules in a solution from an area of high
concentration to an area of lower concentration - correct answerB.
When are the parasympathetic nerves active within the nervous system?
A. When an individual experiences a strong emotions such as fear or Excitement
B. When an individual feels pain or heat
C. When an individual is either talking or walking
D. When an individual is either resting or eating - correct answerD.
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the circulatory system
and the integumentary system?
A. Removal of excess heat from body
B. Hormonal influence on blood pressure
C.Regulation of blood pressure and volume
D. Development of blood cells within marrow - correct answerA.
Which of the following statements describes the path of blood entering into the heart?
A. Blood enters a heart through the pulmonary vein into the right atrium through the
tricuspid valve to the right ventricle
B. Once the right ventricle is for blood exit into the pulmonary artery and then empties
into the left ventricle
C. After traveling through the lungs oxygenated blood enters into the left atrium then
through the mitral valve to the left ventricle
D. Once the left ventricle is for the left tricuspid valve shut the ventricle contracts and
blood exit through the aorta - correct answerC.
A part of which body system controls fluid loss protects deep tissues and synthesizes
vitamin D?
A. The skeletal system
B. The muscular system
C. The lymphatic system
D. The integumentary system - correct answerD.