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Maria Phillips
Anatomy weeks 1-5
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The study of how the body parts work and carry out their functions is called: a. Anatomy b. Histology c. Physiology d. Cytology | c. Physiology |
| The body’s ability to maintain a stable internal environment is known as: a. Metabolism b. Homeostasis c. Responsiveness d. Growth | b. Homeostasis |
| Which subatomic particles are found in the nucleus of an atom? a. Protons and neutrons b. Electrons and protons c. Neutrons and electrons d. Only protons | a. Protons and neutrons |
| The primary energy-carrying molecule of the cell is: a. DNA b. Glucose c. ATP d. Lipid | c. ATP |
| Which organelle is known as the “powerhouse” of the cell? a. Ribosome b. Nucleus c. Mitochondrion d. Lysosome | c. Mitochondrion |
| The movement of water through a selectively permeable membrane is called: a. Diffusion b. Osmosis c. Filtration d. Active transport | b. Osmosis |
| The type of tissue that covers body surfaces and lines cavities is: a. Connective b. Muscle c. Epithelial d. Nervous | c. Epithelial |
| Which connective tissue stores fat? a. Cartilage b. Areolar c. Adipose d. Bone | c. Adipose |
| The outermost layer of the skin is called the: a. Dermis b. Epidermis c. Hypodermis d. Subcutaneous layer | b. Epidermis |
| Which pigment gives skin its color and helps protect against UV radiation? a. Collagen b. Keratin c. Melanin d. Elastin | c. Melanin |