Teas 6 science practice questions (all answered)

What is the name of the structure that prevents food from entering the airway? correct answers Epiglottis Which substance makes up the pads that provide support between the vertebrae? correct answers Cartilage The two criteria for classifying epithelial tissue are cell layers and ______ correct answers Cell shape Where is the parathyroid gland located? correct answers Neck How many organ systems are in the human body? correct answers 11 Which element within the respiratory system is responsible for removing foreign matter from the lungs? correct answers Cilia What is the name of the process in the lungs by which oxygen is transported from the air to the blood? correct answers Diffusion Which gland is responsible for the regulation of calcium levels? correct answers Parathyroid Which secretion of the digestive system is responsible for water reabsorption? correct answers Large intestine Describe one responsibility of the integumentary system. correct answers Blocking pathogens that cause disease When are parasympathetic nerves active within the nervous system? correct answers When a person is resting or eating What best describes the relationship between the circulatory system and the integumentary system? correct answers Removal of excess heat from body Once blood has been oxygenated, it travels through the pulmonary veins, through the left atrium, and then through the _______ before entering the left ventricle. correct answers Mitral valve The part of the human excretory system most responsible for maintaining normal body temperature is what? correct answers Sweat glands A part of what body system controls fluid loss, protects deep tissue, and synthesizes vitamin D? correct answers Integumentary system The respiratory system ______ oxygen and ______ carbon dioxide. correct answers Delivers; expels