Course Title: Derrickson 2e
Chapter Number: 1
Question Type: Multiple Choice
1) All of the following statements are true according to cell theory EXCEPT
a) a cell is the basic unit of life
b) organisms are made of at least one cell
c) cells are formed from other cells
d) organs are made of a single type of cell
Answer: d
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.1 Define physiology, identifying several of its subdisciplines.
Section Reference: 1.1 Physiology Defined
2) A skeleton has been found that appears to be human in origin. What features would you
expect it to have?
a) small skull and use of two limbs for movement
b) use of four limbs for movement and erect posture
c) erect posture and large skull
d) small skull and four limbs for movement
Answer: c
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.1 Define physiology, identifying several of its subdisciplines.
Section Reference: 1.1 Physiology Defined
3) Which would be an example of physiology?
a) identification of a new bone
b) documenting the physical area where a heart is damaged
c) tracing the blood vessels used from an organ to the heart
d) explaining how a neuron conducts a signal