Test Bank for Principles of Anatomy and Physiology – Gerard J. Tortora, Bryan H. Derrickson (15th Edition) (LATEST 2025 / 2026 UPDATE), TEST QUESTIONS AND 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS | A+ GRADE

, Test Bank for

Principles of

Anatomy and

Physiology (15th
Edition) by Tortora
& Derrickson –
100% Verified A+

, Answers | Updated
for 2025/2026

Chapter One: Introduction to the Human Body

Question 1:

The branch of science that studies structure
Correct Answer:
Anatomy


Question 2:

The branch of science that studies function
Correct Answer:
Physiology


Question 3:

The branch of science that describes the consequences of the improper
functioning of the body parts—that is, how a body functions when a
person has a disease.
Correct Answer:

, Pathophysiology


Question 4:

The basic unit of life
Correct Answer:
Cells


Question 5:

One or more tissues joined together to perform a specific function.
Correct Answer:
Organs


Question 6:

An aggregation of similar cells that join to perform a specific function.
Correct Answer:
Tissue


Question 7:

Groups of organs are known as...
Correct Answer:
Organ Systems


Question 8:

List the 11 systems of the body.
Correct Answer:
Integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory,
digestive, urinary and reproductive.


Question 9: