Human Anatomy & Physiology 11th edition Elaine Marieb Test Bank Chapter 1-29

Choose the following statement that is NOT completely correct regarding serous membranes. 1) A) Serous membranes secrete a watery lubricating fluid. B) Serous membranes are divided into parietal and visceral membranes with a virtual space between the two. C) Serosa are very thin, double-layered structures. D) Visceral pericardium covers the outer surface of the heart, and parietal pericardium lines the internal walls of the heart. 2) The dorsal body cavity is the site of which of the following? 2) A) brain B) lungs C) intestines D) liver 3) Select the most correct statement. 3) A) Organ systems operate independently of each other to maintain life. B) The immune system is closely associated with the lymphatic system. C) Organ systems can be composed of cells or tissues, but not both. D) The endocrine system is not a true structural organ system. 4) Which of the following organs or structures would be found in the left iliac region? 4) A) liver B) intestines C) stomach D) appendix 5) Prevention of water loss is a necessary function for life that would best fit in the category of . A) metabolism B) responsiveness C) excretion D) maintaining boundaries 6) A structure that is composed of two or more tissue types that work together to perform specific functions for the body is a(n) . A) organ B) complex tissue C) complex cell D) organ system 5) 6) 7) Which of the following imaging devices would best localize a tumor in a person's brain? 7) A) DSA B) MRI C) PET D) X-ray 8) The coxal joint is most likely found in the _ _ region of the body. 8) A) groin B) hip C) hand D) foot 9) Which one of the following systems responds fastest to environmental stimuli? 9) A) nervous B) immune C) lymphatic D) muscular