Physiology I UPDATED ACTUAL Exam
Questions and CORRECT Answers
Epithelial Tissues - CORRECT ANSWER - Tissues with tightly packed cells and polarity.
Transitional Epithelium - CORRECT ANSWER - Allows stretching, found in bladder
lining.
Stratified Squamous Epithelium - CORRECT ANSWER - Multiple layers, protects against
abrasion.
Pseudostratified Ciliated Columnar Epithelium - CORRECT ANSWER - Single layer with
cilia, found in respiratory tract.
Connective Tissue Proper - CORRECT ANSWER - Supports, binds other tissues; includes
various cells.
Loose Connective Tissue - CORRECT ANSWER - More ground substance, fewer fibers;
flexible support.
Dense Connective Tissue - CORRECT ANSWER - More fibers, less ground substance;
strong support.
Blood - CORRECT ANSWER - Fluid connective tissue; transports nutrients and waste.
Bone - CORRECT ANSWER - Hard connective tissue; supports and protects organs.
, Adipose Tissue - CORRECT ANSWER - Stores fat; provides insulation and energy
reserve.
Integumentary System - CORRECT ANSWER - Skin and its derivatives; protects body.
Homeostasis - CORRECT ANSWER - Maintaining stable internal conditions despite
external changes.
Positive Feedback - CORRECT ANSWER - Enhances change; example: childbirth
contractions.
Negative Feedback - CORRECT ANSWER - Reduces change; example: temperature
regulation.
Anatomical Position - CORRECT ANSWER - Standard body position; facing forward,
arms at sides.
Cilia - CORRECT ANSWER - Hair-like structures; move substances across surfaces.
Microvilli - CORRECT ANSWER - Small projections; increase surface area for
absorption.
Goblet Cells - CORRECT ANSWER - Mucus-secreting cells found in epithelial tissues.
Serous Membranes - CORRECT ANSWER - Line body cavities; reduce friction between
organs.
Endocrine Glands - CORRECT ANSWER - Secrete hormones directly into the
bloodstream.