BIOL 3204 EXAM 4 MINGHETTI QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS
Select the correct pressure (P) gradients. Both pressure gradients need to be correct: -
Answer -P O2 in 3 is higher than in 4; P CO2 in 3 is lower than in 4.
The image below shows a diagram of the Nephron. Key nephron's sections are
numbered 1 to 6. Find the right sequence - Answer -Bowman's capsule; Proximal
tubule; Descending loop of Henle; Ascending loop of Henle; Distal tubule; Collecting
duct
Where in the nephron is fluid reabsorption hormonally regulated? - Answer -In 5 and 6
Where in the digestive system is mucus secreted? - Answer -Oral cavity, stomach,
small intestine and large
intestine
Bile is synthesized in the _____ and its main function is to _____ - Answer -Liver;
digestion of lipids
High carbon dioxide concentration in body fluids is called - Answer -hypercapnia.
Of the factors that influence diffusion of respiratory gases, the most variable and
therefore important factor to consider is the: - Answer -concentration gradient.
The process by which dissolved gases are exchanged between the blood and interstitial
fluids is - Answer -diffusion.
Which of the following characteristics makes hemoglobin's structure such a good match
for its function as an oxygen carrier? - Answer -Each hemoglobin molecule can bind
four oxygen molecules.
Which lung pathology results in thickening of the alveolar membrane? - Answer -
Fibrotic lung disease
The affinity between hemoglobin (Hb) and 02 can be modulated by the factors listed
below EXCEPT? - Answer -Albumin
Accumulation of fluid in the interstitial alveolar space is called - Answer -Edema
Where are respiratory neurons? - Answer -Medulla oblongata
Vasopressin is produced by the ______ and released by the ______: - Answer -none of
the above
ANSWERS
Select the correct pressure (P) gradients. Both pressure gradients need to be correct: -
Answer -P O2 in 3 is higher than in 4; P CO2 in 3 is lower than in 4.
The image below shows a diagram of the Nephron. Key nephron's sections are
numbered 1 to 6. Find the right sequence - Answer -Bowman's capsule; Proximal
tubule; Descending loop of Henle; Ascending loop of Henle; Distal tubule; Collecting
duct
Where in the nephron is fluid reabsorption hormonally regulated? - Answer -In 5 and 6
Where in the digestive system is mucus secreted? - Answer -Oral cavity, stomach,
small intestine and large
intestine
Bile is synthesized in the _____ and its main function is to _____ - Answer -Liver;
digestion of lipids
High carbon dioxide concentration in body fluids is called - Answer -hypercapnia.
Of the factors that influence diffusion of respiratory gases, the most variable and
therefore important factor to consider is the: - Answer -concentration gradient.
The process by which dissolved gases are exchanged between the blood and interstitial
fluids is - Answer -diffusion.
Which of the following characteristics makes hemoglobin's structure such a good match
for its function as an oxygen carrier? - Answer -Each hemoglobin molecule can bind
four oxygen molecules.
Which lung pathology results in thickening of the alveolar membrane? - Answer -
Fibrotic lung disease
The affinity between hemoglobin (Hb) and 02 can be modulated by the factors listed
below EXCEPT? - Answer -Albumin
Accumulation of fluid in the interstitial alveolar space is called - Answer -Edema
Where are respiratory neurons? - Answer -Medulla oblongata
Vasopressin is produced by the ______ and released by the ______: - Answer -none of
the above
