Test Bank For Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology, 13th Edition (Marieb, 2021), Chapter 1-16 | 9780137375561 | All Chapters with Answers and Rationals

ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY
• What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

• A) Regulation of body temperature
• B) Transportation of nutrients
• C) Gas exchange
• D) Regulation of blood pressure
• C) Gas exchange

• Which organ system is responsible for producing movement and
maintaining posture?

• A) Cardiovascular system
• B) Respiratory system
• C) Muscular system
• D) Nervous system
• C) Muscular system

• Which structure separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal
cavity?

• A) Diaphragm
• B) Liver
• C) Spleen
• D) Kidneys
• A) Diaphragm

• Which type of tissue covers and protects the body's external and
internal surfaces?

, • A) Nervous tissue
• B) Muscle tissue
• C) Epithelial tissue
• D) Connective tissue
• C) Epithelial tissue

• Which gland is responsible for regulating metabolism and energy
production?

• A) Adrenal gland
• B) Thyroid gland
• C) Pancreas
• D) Pituitary gland
• B) Thyroid gland

• Which chamber of the heart receives oxygenated blood from the
lungs?

• A) Right atrium
• B) Left atrium
• C) Right ventricle
• D) Left ventricle
• B) Left atrium

• What is the function of the nephrons in the kidneys?

• A) Regulation of blood pressure
• B) Production of urine
• C) Regulation of body temperature
• D) Synthesis of hormones
• B) Production of urine

• Which bone is commonly known as the kneecap?

• A) Patella
• B) Femur

, • C) Tibia
• D) Fibula
• A) Patella

• Which part of the brain is responsible for coordinating voluntary
muscle movements and maintaining balance and posture?

• A) Cerebrum
• B) Cerebellum
• C) Brainstem
• D) Hypothalamus
• B) Cerebellum

• Which structure connects the brain to the spinal cord?

• A) Cerebellum
• B) Brainstem
• C) Cerebrum
• D) Thalamus
• B) Brainstem

• What is the primary function of red blood cells?

• A) Transporting oxygen
• B) Producing antibodies
• C) Clotting blood
• D) Fighting infections
• A) Transporting oxygen

• Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?

• A) Insulin
• B) Estrogen
• C) Testosterone
• D) Cortisol
• A) Insulin

, • What is the function of the alveoli in the lungs?

• A) Filtration of blood
• B) Gas exchange
• C) Production of mucus
• D) Regulation of blood pressure
• B) Gas exchange

• Which vessel carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the body
tissues?

• A) Pulmonary artery
• B) Pulmonary vein
• C) Aorta
• D) Vena cava
• C) Aorta

• Which structure is responsible for producing bile to aid in digestion?

• A) Liver
• B) Gallbladder
• C) Pancreas
• D) Stomach
• A) Liver

• What is the function of the lymphatic system?

• A) Transporting oxygen
• B) Producing hormones
• C) Fighting infections
• D) Regulating body temperature
• C) Fighting infections

• Which type of muscle is responsible for involuntary movements such
as peristalsis?

• A) Skeletal muscle