BIOS 251 Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab – Lab Practicum Review (2024/2025)

BIOS 251 Anatomy & Physiology I
with Lab – Lab Practicum Review
(2024/2025)

Section 1: Introduction to Anatomy (Week 1)
Question 1

Which plane divides the body into left and right halves?

 A) Frontal
 B) Transverse
 C) Sagittal
 D) Oblique
 Answer: C. Sagittal
 Rationale: The sagittal plane divides the body into left and right halves, either equally
(midsagittal) or unequally (parasagittal).

Question 2

What is the name of the abdominal quadrant containing the liver?

 A) Right upper quadrant
 B) Left upper quadrant
 C) Right lower quadrant
 D) Left lower quadrant
 Answer: A. Right upper quadrant
 Rationale: The liver is primarily located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen.

Question 3

Which body cavity contains the heart and lungs?

 A) Cranial cavity
 B) Thoracic cavity
 C) Abdominal cavity
 D) Pelvic cavity
 Answer: B. Thoracic cavity

,  Rationale: The thoracic cavity houses the heart and lungs, including the pleural and
pericardial cavities.

Question 4

What is the main function of the integumentary system?

 A) Movement
 B) Protection
 C) Digestion
 D) Circulation
 Answer: B. Protection
 Rationale: The integumentary system primarily protects the body from external damage
and infection.

Question 5

Which term describes a position closer to the midline of the body?

 A) Lateral
 B) Proximal
 C) Medial
 D) Distal
 Answer: C. Medial
 Rationale: Medial refers to a position closer to the body’s midline, as per surface
anatomy landmarks.

Question 6

What is the anatomical term for the chest region?

 A) Cervical
 B) Pectoral
 C) Umbilical
 D) Acromial
 Answer: B. Pectoral
 Rationale: The pectoral region refers to the chest area, per anterior body landmarks.

Question 7

Which organ system regulates body temperature?

 A) Nervous system
 B) Endocrine system
 C) Integumentary system
 D) Muscular system