Anatomy and Physiology (A&P)
Complete Mock Exam *Q&A* |Verified
Study Set| 2024/2025
What is the primary function of hemoglobin in the blood?
A. Transport of nutrients
B. Protection against infections
C. Transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide
D. Regulation of blood pressure
Which organ...
Anatomy and Physiology (A&P)
Complete Mock Exam *Q&A* |Verified
Study Set| 2024/2025
What is the primary function of hemoglobin in the blood?
A. Transport of nutrients
B. Protection against infections
C. Transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide
D. Regulation of blood pressure
Which organ is primarily responsible for detoxifying harmful substances in the body?
A. Kidneys
B. Lungs
C. Liver
D. Spleen
Which system of the body regulates hormones?
A. Digestive system
B. Endocrine system
C. Respiratory system
D. Lymphatic system
How does the skeletal system contribute to movement?
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,A. By generating electrical signals
B. By regulating hormone levels
C. By providing attachment points for muscles
D. By producing red blood cells
Which organelle is known as the "powerhouse" of the cell?
A. Nucleus
B. Mitochondria
C. Ribosomes
D. Endoplasmic reticulum
Which type of tissue is responsible for generating movement in the body?
A. Nervous tissue
B. Epithelial tissue
C. Muscle tissue
D. Connective tissue
What is the primary function of the large intestine?
A. Absorption of water and electrolytes
B. Production of digestive enzymes
C. Absorption of nutrients
D. Filtration of blood
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, How do capillaries facilitate the exchange of gases and nutrients?
Capillaries have thin walls that allow oxygen, nutrients, and waste products to pass between
blood and tissues by diffusion.
What is the role of myelin sheaths in the nervous system?
A. Slowing down nerve impulse transmission
B. Stimulating muscle contractions
C. Insulating nerve fibers to speed up electrical impulses
D. Producing neurotransmitters
Explain the role of the lymphatic system in immune function.
The lymphatic system transports lymph, a fluid containing white blood cells, throughout the
body, which helps to detect and fight infections and other foreign substances.
Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination?
A. Cerebellum
B. Cerebrum
C. Medulla oblongata
D. Hypothalamus
What is the function of the sarcomere in muscle tissue?
The sarcomere is the basic contractile unit of muscle tissue, where actin and myosin
filaments slide past each other to produce muscle contraction.
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