Test Bank – Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach, by Dee Unglaub Silverthorn (All Chapters 1–26) |With Latest version 2026_2027

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Test Bank - Human Physiology: An
Integrated Approach, 9th Edition
(Silverthorn)

, Table Of Content
I. Basic Cell Processes: Integration And
Coordination
 1. Introduction To Physiology
 2. Molecular Interaction
 3. Compartmentation: Cells And Tissues
 4. Energy And Cellular Metabolism
 5. Membrane Dynamics
 6. Communication, Integration, And Homeostasis

Ii. Homeostasis And Control
 7. The Immune System
 8. Introduction To The Endocrine System
 9. Neurons: Cellular And Network Properties
 10. The Central Nervous System
 11. Sensory Physiology
 12. Efferent Division: Autonomic And Somatic Motor Control
 13. Muscles
 14. Integrative Physiology I: Control Of Body Movement

Iii. Integration Of Function
 15. Cardiovascular Physiology
 16. Blood Flow And The Control Of Blood Pressure
 17. Blood 18. Mechanics Of Breathing
 19. Gas Exchange And Transport
 20. The Kidneys
 21. Integrative Physiology Ii: Fluid And Electrolyte Balance

Iv. Metabolism, Growth, And Aging
 22. The Digestive System
 23. Metabolism And Energy Balance
 24. Endocrine Control Of Growth And Metabolism
 25. Integrative Physiology Iii: Exercise
 26. 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.
: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.
: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
: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. MoleculeOrganism
5. 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.
: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.
: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.
: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