TEST BANK
Human Physiology
Bryan H. Derrickson
3rd Edition
,Table of Contents
Chapter 01 An Introduction to Physiology 1
Chapter 02 Chemical Composition of the Body 22
Chapter 03 Cells 42
Chapter 04 Metabolism 66
Chapter 05 Transport Across the Plasma Membrane 92
Chapter 06 Cell Signaling 117
Chapter 07 The Nervous System and Neuronal Excitability 159
Chapter 08 The Central Nervous System 193
Chapter 09 Sensory Systems 221
Chapter 10 Autonomic and Somatic Nervous Systems 258
Chapter 11 Muscle 279
Chapter 12 Control of Body Movement 314
Chapter 13 The Endocrine System 342
Chapter 14 The Cardiovascular System: The Heart 375
Chapter 15 The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Hemodynamics 405
Chapter 16 The Cardiovascular System: The Blood 430
Chapter 17 The Immune System 453
Chapter 18 The Respiratory System 482
Chapter 19 The Urinary System 511
Chapter 20 Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base Homeostasis 539
Chapter 21 The Digestive System 560
Chapter 22 Metabolic Adaptations, Energy Balance, and Temperature Regulation 593
Chapter 23 The Reproductive Systems 613
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
Package Title: Test Bank
Course Title: Derrickson 3e
Chapter Number: 1 An Introduction to Physiology
Question Type: Multiple Choice
1) All the following are subdisciplines of human physiology EXCEPT:
a) immunology
b) endocrinology
c) exercise physiology
d) anatomy
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) An ancient human skeleton is discovered. What physiology can you detect about the skeleton?
a) a small skull was present
b) four limbs included two upper limbs and two lower limbs
c) compact bone on the outside of the skeleton provided bone strength
d) bones of the skull, torso, and four limbs were present but the skin was absent
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 is 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
Answer: d
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.1 Define physiology, identifying several of its subdisciplines.
Section Reference: 1.1 Physiology Defined
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
Question type: Text Entry
4) Someone who studies the kidneys would be a/an ____ physiologist.
Answer: renal
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.1 Define physiology, identifying several of its subdisciplines.
Section Reference: 1.1 Physiology Defined
Question type: Multiple choice
5) Which is an INCORRECT pairing of a structure-function relationship?
a) a thick layer of cells in an organ allowing exchange
b) a wide tube in an area where lots of flow is needed
c) strong bones in an area that bears more weight
d) elastic tissue in areas that stretch frequently
Answer: a
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.1 Define physiology, identifying several of its subdisciplines.
Section Reference: 1.1 Physiology Defined
6) Select the molecule(s) from the options below.
a) N
b) H2O
c) O2
d) H2O and O2
Answer: d
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: True/False
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
7) Proteins and RNA are examples of individual atoms.
Answer: False
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: Multiple choice
8) Place the levels of organization in order from MOST to LEAST complex.
a) organismal, system, organ, tissue, cell, molecule, atom
b) organ, system, cell, atom, molecule, organismal, tissue
c) atom, molecule, cell, tissue, organ, system, organismal
d) cell, tissue, organ, organismal, system, atom, molecule
Answer: a
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: Text Entry
9) The surface of the skin is an example of ___ tissue.
Answer: epithelial
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: Multiple choice
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
10) Upon stimulation, what tissue type causes movement of the arm to lift above the head?
a) epithelial tissue
b) connective tissue
c) muscle tissue
d) nervous tissue
Answer: c
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
11) Organs are composed of two or more different ____.
a) atoms
b) cells
c) molecules
d) tissues
Answer: d
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
12) If fluids are not circulating properly in the body, then the problem is most likely caused by the ____
systems.
a) muscular and endocrine
b) cardiovascular and lymphatic
c) immune and skeletal
d) respiratory and digestive
Answer: b
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
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Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
13) The gonads, epididymis, vas deferens, uterus, and vagina are all organs that are part of the _____
system, of which the main function of is _____.
a) endocrine; formation of gametes
b) reproductive; formation of gametes
c) urinary; removal of wastes
d) integumentary; protects the body
Answer: b
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: Text Entry
14) An emergent property of the ____ system is physical breakdown and absorption of nutrients.
Answer: digestive
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: Multiple choice
15) Integration between the ____ systems allows the body to maintain pH homeostasis.
a) respiratory and urinary
b) endocrine and cardiovascular
c) immune and lymphatic
d) integumentary and immune
Answer: a
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
16) Which of the following situations would have the greatest increase in catabolic reactions in the body?
a) an athlete enduring pre-season conditioning
b) a person ceasing to eat during a hunger strike
c) a child having a rapid growth spurt
d) an individual maintaining a healthy eating and exercise plan
Answer: b
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Analysis
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.3 Identify the important life processes of the human body.
Section Reference: 1.3 Life Processes
17) You are watching a cooking show when your stomach suddenly rumbles. This is an example of the
life process of:
a) responsiveness
b) movement
c) differentiation
d) reproduction
Answer: a
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.3 Identify the important life processes of the human body.
Section Reference: 1.3 Life Processes
18) Movement occurs at the ____ level.
a) intracellular
b) organismal
c) organ
d) All the choices are correct.
Answer: d
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.3 Identify the important life processes of the human body.
Section Reference: 1.3 Life Processes
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19) Growth and reproduction both occur when ____.
a) an individual cell increases in size
b) the total number of cells increase
c) two half-cells merge
d) the substances around the cells increase in volume
Answer: b
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Analysis
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.3 Identify the important life processes of the human body.
Section Reference: 1.3 Life Processes
20) Many compounds in our body are regulated to maintain homeostatic levels. Which of the following is
NOT maintained in homeostasis?
a) oxygen
b) glucose
c) temperature
d) carbon dioxide
e) All the choices are normally maintained in homeostasis.
Answer: e
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.4 Explain how homeostasis is maintained in the body's internal and external
environments.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.4.1 Define homeostasis.
Section Reference: 1.4 Homeostasis
21) The urinary and respiratory systems rely on the cardiovascular system to circulate blood with which
they exchange wastes and gases. This reliance is an example of:
a) equilibrium
b) emergent properties
c) integration
d) differentiation
Answer: c
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
22) What is the correct sequence of fluids from HIGHEST to LOWEST quantity in the body?
a) intracellular fluid, interstitial fluid, plasma
b) interstitial fluid, intracellular fluid, plasma
c) plasma, interstitial fluid, intracellular fluid
d) All the choices are found in relatively equal quantities.
Answer: a
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Analysis
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.4 Explain how homeostasis is maintained in the body's internal and external
environments.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.4.3 Distinguish between the body's internal environment and external
environment.
Section Reference: 1.4 Homeostasis
23) About how many pounds of intracellular fluid is in a 100-pound lean female?
a) 40
b) 8
c) 16
d) 66
Answer: a
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Analysis
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.4 Explain how homeostasis is maintained in the body's internal and external
environments.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.4.3 Distinguish between the body's internal environment and external
environment.
Section Reference: 1.4 Homeostasis
24) The body’s internal environment is composed of:
a) intracellular fluid
b) extracellular fluid
c) air surrounding the body
d) gases in the blood
Answer: b
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.4 Explain how homeostasis is maintained in the body's internal and external
environments.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.4.3 Distinguish between the body's internal environment and external
environment.
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Human Physiology
Bryan H. Derrickson
3rd Edition
,Table of Contents
Chapter 01 An Introduction to Physiology 1
Chapter 02 Chemical Composition of the Body 22
Chapter 03 Cells 42
Chapter 04 Metabolism 66
Chapter 05 Transport Across the Plasma Membrane 92
Chapter 06 Cell Signaling 117
Chapter 07 The Nervous System and Neuronal Excitability 159
Chapter 08 The Central Nervous System 193
Chapter 09 Sensory Systems 221
Chapter 10 Autonomic and Somatic Nervous Systems 258
Chapter 11 Muscle 279
Chapter 12 Control of Body Movement 314
Chapter 13 The Endocrine System 342
Chapter 14 The Cardiovascular System: The Heart 375
Chapter 15 The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Hemodynamics 405
Chapter 16 The Cardiovascular System: The Blood 430
Chapter 17 The Immune System 453
Chapter 18 The Respiratory System 482
Chapter 19 The Urinary System 511
Chapter 20 Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base Homeostasis 539
Chapter 21 The Digestive System 560
Chapter 22 Metabolic Adaptations, Energy Balance, and Temperature Regulation 593
Chapter 23 The Reproductive Systems 613
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
Package Title: Test Bank
Course Title: Derrickson 3e
Chapter Number: 1 An Introduction to Physiology
Question Type: Multiple Choice
1) All the following are subdisciplines of human physiology EXCEPT:
a) immunology
b) endocrinology
c) exercise physiology
d) anatomy
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) An ancient human skeleton is discovered. What physiology can you detect about the skeleton?
a) a small skull was present
b) four limbs included two upper limbs and two lower limbs
c) compact bone on the outside of the skeleton provided bone strength
d) bones of the skull, torso, and four limbs were present but the skin was absent
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 is 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
Answer: d
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.1 Define physiology, identifying several of its subdisciplines.
Section Reference: 1.1 Physiology Defined
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
Question type: Text Entry
4) Someone who studies the kidneys would be a/an ____ physiologist.
Answer: renal
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.1 Define physiology, identifying several of its subdisciplines.
Section Reference: 1.1 Physiology Defined
Question type: Multiple choice
5) Which is an INCORRECT pairing of a structure-function relationship?
a) a thick layer of cells in an organ allowing exchange
b) a wide tube in an area where lots of flow is needed
c) strong bones in an area that bears more weight
d) elastic tissue in areas that stretch frequently
Answer: a
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.1 Define physiology, identifying several of its subdisciplines.
Section Reference: 1.1 Physiology Defined
6) Select the molecule(s) from the options below.
a) N
b) H2O
c) O2
d) H2O and O2
Answer: d
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: True/False
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
7) Proteins and RNA are examples of individual atoms.
Answer: False
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: Multiple choice
8) Place the levels of organization in order from MOST to LEAST complex.
a) organismal, system, organ, tissue, cell, molecule, atom
b) organ, system, cell, atom, molecule, organismal, tissue
c) atom, molecule, cell, tissue, organ, system, organismal
d) cell, tissue, organ, organismal, system, atom, molecule
Answer: a
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: Text Entry
9) The surface of the skin is an example of ___ tissue.
Answer: epithelial
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: Multiple choice
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
10) Upon stimulation, what tissue type causes movement of the arm to lift above the head?
a) epithelial tissue
b) connective tissue
c) muscle tissue
d) nervous tissue
Answer: c
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
11) Organs are composed of two or more different ____.
a) atoms
b) cells
c) molecules
d) tissues
Answer: d
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
12) If fluids are not circulating properly in the body, then the problem is most likely caused by the ____
systems.
a) muscular and endocrine
b) cardiovascular and lymphatic
c) immune and skeletal
d) respiratory and digestive
Answer: b
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
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Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
13) The gonads, epididymis, vas deferens, uterus, and vagina are all organs that are part of the _____
system, of which the main function of is _____.
a) endocrine; formation of gametes
b) reproductive; formation of gametes
c) urinary; removal of wastes
d) integumentary; protects the body
Answer: b
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: Text Entry
14) An emergent property of the ____ system is physical breakdown and absorption of nutrients.
Answer: digestive
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.2.1 Describe the levels of organization that make up the human body.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
Question type: Multiple choice
15) Integration between the ____ systems allows the body to maintain pH homeostasis.
a) respiratory and urinary
b) endocrine and cardiovascular
c) immune and lymphatic
d) integumentary and immune
Answer: a
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
16) Which of the following situations would have the greatest increase in catabolic reactions in the body?
a) an athlete enduring pre-season conditioning
b) a person ceasing to eat during a hunger strike
c) a child having a rapid growth spurt
d) an individual maintaining a healthy eating and exercise plan
Answer: b
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Analysis
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.3 Identify the important life processes of the human body.
Section Reference: 1.3 Life Processes
17) You are watching a cooking show when your stomach suddenly rumbles. This is an example of the
life process of:
a) responsiveness
b) movement
c) differentiation
d) reproduction
Answer: a
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.3 Identify the important life processes of the human body.
Section Reference: 1.3 Life Processes
18) Movement occurs at the ____ level.
a) intracellular
b) organismal
c) organ
d) All the choices are correct.
Answer: d
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.3 Identify the important life processes of the human body.
Section Reference: 1.3 Life Processes
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
19) Growth and reproduction both occur when ____.
a) an individual cell increases in size
b) the total number of cells increase
c) two half-cells merge
d) the substances around the cells increase in volume
Answer: b
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Analysis
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.3 Identify the important life processes of the human body.
Section Reference: 1.3 Life Processes
20) Many compounds in our body are regulated to maintain homeostatic levels. Which of the following is
NOT maintained in homeostasis?
a) oxygen
b) glucose
c) temperature
d) carbon dioxide
e) All the choices are normally maintained in homeostasis.
Answer: e
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.4 Explain how homeostasis is maintained in the body's internal and external
environments.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.4.1 Define homeostasis.
Section Reference: 1.4 Homeostasis
21) The urinary and respiratory systems rely on the cardiovascular system to circulate blood with which
they exchange wastes and gases. This reliance is an example of:
a) equilibrium
b) emergent properties
c) integration
d) differentiation
Answer: c
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Application
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.2 Explain how the organization of the human body affects its functions and
life processes.
Section Reference: 1.2 Levels of Organization in the Body
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Test Bank - Human Physiology, 3rd Edition (Derrickson, 2024)
22) What is the correct sequence of fluids from HIGHEST to LOWEST quantity in the body?
a) intracellular fluid, interstitial fluid, plasma
b) interstitial fluid, intracellular fluid, plasma
c) plasma, interstitial fluid, intracellular fluid
d) All the choices are found in relatively equal quantities.
Answer: a
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Analysis
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.4 Explain how homeostasis is maintained in the body's internal and external
environments.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.4.3 Distinguish between the body's internal environment and external
environment.
Section Reference: 1.4 Homeostasis
23) About how many pounds of intracellular fluid is in a 100-pound lean female?
a) 40
b) 8
c) 16
d) 66
Answer: a
Difficulty: Medium
Bloom’s: Analysis
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.4 Explain how homeostasis is maintained in the body's internal and external
environments.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.4.3 Distinguish between the body's internal environment and external
environment.
Section Reference: 1.4 Homeostasis
24) The body’s internal environment is composed of:
a) intracellular fluid
b) extracellular fluid
c) air surrounding the body
d) gases in the blood
Answer: b
Difficulty: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
Learning Objective 1: LO 1.4 Explain how homeostasis is maintained in the body's internal and external
environments.
Learning Objective 2: LO 1.4.3 Distinguish between the body's internal environment and external
environment.
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