Deck 31: Animal Tissues and Organ Systems

Question 1

Bones are held together at joints by

A) tendons.
B) intercellular junctions.
C) ligaments.
D) cartilage.
E) collagen.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Classification.Respond to the following statements in reference to the five regions of the vertebrate brain listed below.
a.cerebrum
b.hypothalamus
c.pons
d.cerebellum
e.medulla oblongata
____ is the process of maintaining a constant internal environment.

A) Hybridization
B) Osmostasis
C) pH adjustment
D) Homeostasis
E) None of these

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Which of the above would provide a stretchable attachment between body parts?

A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D
E) none of the above

Answer 3

C

Question 4

The above figure is a photomicrograph of what kind of tissue?

A) cardiac muscle
B) skeletal muscle
C) smooth muscle
D) cartilage
E) dense connective

Question 5

Classification.Respond to the following statements in reference to the five regions of the vertebrate brain listed below.
a.cerebrum
b.hypothalamus
c.pons
d.cerebellum
e.medulla oblongata
A tissue consists of interacting cells and

A) blood cells.
B) pigmented skin cells.
C) extracellular substances.
D) nerve cells.
E) none of these.

Question 6

Classification.Respond to the following statements in reference to the five regions of the vertebrate brain listed below.
a.cerebrum
b.hypothalamus
c.pons
d.cerebellum
e.medulla oblongata
Which of the following is false concerning stem cells?

A) They are undifferentiated cells.
B) They arise from a fertilized egg.
C) They can be coaxed to differentiate.
D) They are obtained from a portion of a plant body.
E) They may help mend damaged tissue.

Question 7

Classification.Respond to the following statements in reference to the five regions of the vertebrate brain listed below.
a.cerebrum
b.hypothalamus
c.pons
d.cerebellum
e.medulla oblongata
The secretion of tears, milk, saliva, and earwax is a function of what tissue?

A) epithelial
B) loose connective
C) lymphoid
D) nervous
E) adipose

Question 8

Classification.Respond to the following statements in reference to the five regions of the vertebrate brain listed below.
a.cerebrum
b.hypothalamus
c.pons
d.cerebellum
e.medulla oblongata
Stem cells show promise for mending damage due to

A) spinal cord injuries.
B) Parkinson's disease.
C) muscular dystrophy.
D) heart attacks.
E) all of these.

Question 9

People with a large amount of which tissue are least likely to be sensitive to cold?

A) cartilage
B) adipose
C) blood
D) dense connective
E) bone

Question 10

The following questions refer to the figure above of epithelial tissues.
This tissue is found in the gut.

A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D
E) E

Question 11

The figure shown above is of what kind of tissue?

A) blood
B) adipose
C) bone
D) cartilage
E) dense connective

Question 12

Cardiac muscle cells are

A) involuntary.
B) spindle-shaped.
C) multinucleated.
D) slow contracting.
E) all of these.

Question 13

Collagen fibers are characteristic of which tissue?

A) muscle
B) epithelial
C) connective
D) nervous
E) glandular

Question 14

Classification.Respond to the following statements in reference to the five regions of the vertebrate brain listed below.
a.cerebrum
b.hypothalamus
c.pons
d.cerebellum
e.medulla oblongata
The outer layer of skin is mostly ____ epithelium.

A) simple squamous
B) simple cuboidal
C) stratified squamous
D) simple columnar
E) stratified cuboidal

Question 15

The following questions refer to the figure above of epithelial tissues.
Which of the following is NOT a connective tissue?

A) bone
B) muscle
C) cartilage
D) adipose
E) blood

Question 16

Classification.Respond to the following statements in reference to the five regions of the vertebrate brain listed below.
a.cerebrum
b.hypothalamus
c.pons
d.cerebellum
e.medulla oblongata
The tissue that lines all internal surfaces is

A) epithelium.
B) loose connective.
C) supportive connective.
D) fibrous.
E) adipose.

Question 17

The following questions refer to the figure above of epithelial tissues.
This tissue lines blood and lymph vessels.

A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D
E) E

Question 18

Classification.Respond to the following statements in reference to the five regions of the vertebrate brain listed below.
a.cerebrum
b.hypothalamus
c.pons
d.cerebellum
e.medulla oblongata
An organ is made up of

A) a single type of tissue.
B) glandular tissue.
C) 2 or more tissues working together to perform a specific task.
D) muscle tissue that has differentiated from stem cells.
E) none of these.

Question 19

Classification.Respond to the following statements in reference to the five regions of the vertebrate brain listed below.
a.cerebrum
b.hypothalamus
c.pons
d.cerebellum
e.medulla oblongata
Exocrine glands secrete all of the following EXCEPT

A) mucus.
B) hormones.
C) earwax.
D) milk.
E) digestive enzymes.

Question 20

The following questions refer to the figure above of epithelial tissues.
This is a squamous cell.

A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D
E) E

Question 21

Which of the following components of the dermis is incorrectly matched with its usual function?

A) blood vessels; nutrient supply
B) sweat glands; hormone secretion
C) oil glands; lubrication of hair and skin
D) hairs; insulation
E) receptors; pain

Question 22

The integumentary system functions in

A) ion transport.
B) support.
C) covering.
D) contraction.
E) resistance.

Question 23

Rapid communication throughout the body is accomplished by

A) neurons.
B) blood.
C) hormones.
D) muscles.
E) connective tissue.

Question 24

The above figure is a photomicrograph of what kind of tissue?

A) cardiac muscle
B) skeletal muscle
C) nerve tissue
D) cartilage
E) dense connective

Question 25

Which system is directly involved with heat production?

A) endocrine system
B) nervous system
C) muscular system
D) respiratory system
E) skeletal system

Question 26

Of the following organs, which is NOT in the abdominal cavity?

A) stomach
B) liver
C) heart
D) intestine
E) pancreas

Question 27

Integration of body functions is controlled by the

A) respiratory system.
B) nervous system.
C) endocrine system.
D) defense system.
E) nervous system and the endocrine system.

Question 28

Smooth muscles

A) are not striated.
B) have spindle-shaped cells.
C) are found in the walls of hollow structures such as blood vessels and the stomach.
D) are involuntary.
E) include all of these descriptions.

Question 29

The endocrine system functions in

A) conduction.
B) contraction.
C) hormonal control of the body.
D) protection against disease.
E) cell production.

Question 30

Melanin protects the skin from

A) desiccation.
B) abrasion.
C) ultraviolet radiation.
D) infrared damage.
E) invasion by bacteria.

Question 31

The letter "A" in the above figure is

A) the epidermis.
B) the sweat gland.
C) the dermis.
D) the hypodermis.
E) none of the above.

Question 32

Which of the following junctions influences the passage of ions and small molecules between cells?

A) gap
B) adhering
C) loose
D) tight
E) gated

Question 33

Which of the following is not a response to rising body temperature?

A) Increased rate of breathing.
B) Decreased secretion of hormones that stimulate activity.
C) More sweat.
D) Blood flow to skin reduced.
E) Increased rate of breathing.

Question 34

Which system produces red blood cells?

A) endocrine
B) skeletal
C) muscular
D) defense
E) integumentary

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT found in the epidermis?

A) stratified epithelium
B) blood vessels
C) adhering cell junctions
D) keratin
E) melanin

Question 36

MATCHING
Matching.Choose the one most appropriate response for each.
a.ligaments and tendons are made of this
b.contains collagen and elastin; acts as a packing material that supports internal organs
c.receives, conducts, and initiates signals in response to environmental changes
d.stores fat
e.offers resistance to mechanical injury and loss of internal fluids; also a barrier against microorganisms
f.secretes extracellular products such as sweat, mucus, tears, and saliva
g.fluid ground substance plus free cells; involved in transport, pH, and temperature stability
h.extracellular fluid that bathes cells and tissues
blood

Question 37

The maintenance of the volume and composition of body fluids is the primary responsibility of which system?

A) integumentary
B) immune
C) digestive
D) urinary
E) circulatory

Question 38

MATCHING
Matching.Choose the one most appropriate response for each.
a.ligaments and tendons are made of this
b.contains collagen and elastin; acts as a packing material that supports internal organs
c.receives, conducts, and initiates signals in response to environmental changes
d.stores fat
e.offers resistance to mechanical injury and loss of internal fluids; also a barrier against microorganisms
f.secretes extracellular products such as sweat, mucus, tears, and saliva
g.fluid ground substance plus free cells; involved in transport, pH, and temperature stability
h.extracellular fluid that bathes cells and tissues
adipose tissue

Question 39

The integumentary system is responsible for all EXCEPT which of the following?

A) protection against bacterial attack
B) protection against desiccation
C) synthesis of a certain vitamin
D) blood cell formation
E) control of temperature

Question 40

Homeostasis is ultimately regulated by:

A) the brain.
B) the endocrine glands.
C) the oil glands.
D) the exocrine glands.
E) the circulatory system.

Question 41

Classification.Respond to the following statements with reference to the types of connective tissue listed below.
a.loose connective tissue
b.dense connective tissue
c.adipose
d.cartilage
e.blood
The elasticity of skin is due to the presence of this kind of tissue.

Question 42

oil gland

Question 43

Classification.Respond to the following statements with reference to the types of connective tissue listed below.
a.loose connective tissue
b.dense connective tissue
c.adipose
d.cartilage
e.blood
This tissue plays a particularly important role in the thermoregulation of many marine mammals.

Question 44

Classification.Respond to the following statements with reference to the organ systems listed below.
a.circulatory
b.lymphatic
c.digestive
d.endocrine
e.respiratory
recovers excess tissue fluid

Question 45

sensory neuron

Question 46

MATCHING
Matching.Choose the one most appropriate response for each.
a.ligaments and tendons are made of this
b.contains collagen and elastin; acts as a packing material that supports internal organs
c.receives, conducts, and initiates signals in response to environmental changes
d.stores fat
e.offers resistance to mechanical injury and loss of internal fluids; also a barrier against microorganisms
f.secretes extracellular products such as sweat, mucus, tears, and saliva
g.fluid ground substance plus free cells; involved in transport, pH, and temperature stability
h.extracellular fluid that bathes cells and tissues
epidermis

Question 47

MATCHING
Matching.Choose the one most appropriate response for each.
a.ligaments and tendons are made of this
b.contains collagen and elastin; acts as a packing material that supports internal organs
c.receives, conducts, and initiates signals in response to environmental changes
d.stores fat
e.offers resistance to mechanical injury and loss of internal fluids; also a barrier against microorganisms
f.secretes extracellular products such as sweat, mucus, tears, and saliva
g.fluid ground substance plus free cells; involved in transport, pH, and temperature stability
h.extracellular fluid that bathes cells and tissues
interstitial fluid

Question 48

blood vessels

Question 49

Classification.Respond to the following statements with reference to the types of connective tissue listed below.
a.loose connective tissue
b.dense connective tissue
c.adipose
d.cartilage
e.blood
This tissue plays an important role in stabilizing body temperature.

Question 50

Classification.Respond to the following statements with reference to the organ systems listed below.
a.circulatory
b.lymphatic
c.digestive
d.endocrine
e.respiratory
distributes antibodies throughout the body

Question 51

Classification.Respond to the following statements with reference to the organ systems listed below.
a.circulatory
b.lymphatic
c.digestive
d.endocrine
e.respiratory
the first line of defense against infectious bacteria found in food

Question 52

dermis

Question 53

Classification.Respond to the following statements with reference to the organ systems listed below.
a.circulatory
b.lymphatic
c.digestive
d.endocrine
e.respiratory
involved in the immune response

Question 54

MATCHING
Matching.Choose the one most appropriate response for each.
a.ligaments and tendons are made of this
b.contains collagen and elastin; acts as a packing material that supports internal organs
c.receives, conducts, and initiates signals in response to environmental changes
d.stores fat
e.offers resistance to mechanical injury and loss of internal fluids; also a barrier against microorganisms
f.secretes extracellular products such as sweat, mucus, tears, and saliva
g.fluid ground substance plus free cells; involved in transport, pH, and temperature stability
h.extracellular fluid that bathes cells and tissues
loose connective tissue

Question 55

Classification.Respond to the following statements with reference to the organ systems listed below.
a.circulatory
b.lymphatic
c.digestive
d.endocrine
e.respiratory
initially encounters airborne pathogens

Question 56

MATCHING
Matching.Choose the one most appropriate response for each.
a.ligaments and tendons are made of this
b.contains collagen and elastin; acts as a packing material that supports internal organs
c.receives, conducts, and initiates signals in response to environmental changes
d.stores fat
e.offers resistance to mechanical injury and loss of internal fluids; also a barrier against microorganisms
f.secretes extracellular products such as sweat, mucus, tears, and saliva
g.fluid ground substance plus free cells; involved in transport, pH, and temperature stability
h.extracellular fluid that bathes cells and tissues
glandular epithelium

Question 57

MATCHING
Matching.Choose the one most appropriate response for each.
a.ligaments and tendons are made of this
b.contains collagen and elastin; acts as a packing material that supports internal organs
c.receives, conducts, and initiates signals in response to environmental changes
d.stores fat
e.offers resistance to mechanical injury and loss of internal fluids; also a barrier against microorganisms
f.secretes extracellular products such as sweat, mucus, tears, and saliva
g.fluid ground substance plus free cells; involved in transport, pH, and temperature stability
h.extracellular fluid that bathes cells and tissues
neuron

Question 58

Classification.Respond to the following statements with reference to the types of connective tissue listed below.
a.loose connective tissue
b.dense connective tissue
c.adipose
d.cartilage
e.blood
Tendons are composed of this.

Question 59

MATCHING
Matching.Choose the one most appropriate response for each.
a.ligaments and tendons are made of this
b.contains collagen and elastin; acts as a packing material that supports internal organs
c.receives, conducts, and initiates signals in response to environmental changes
d.stores fat
e.offers resistance to mechanical injury and loss of internal fluids; also a barrier against microorganisms
f.secretes extracellular products such as sweat, mucus, tears, and saliva
g.fluid ground substance plus free cells; involved in transport, pH, and temperature stability
h.extracellular fluid that bathes cells and tissues
dense connective tissue

Question 60

Classification.Respond to the following statements with reference to the types of connective tissue listed below.
a.loose connective tissue
b.dense connective tissue
c.adipose
d.cartilage
e.blood
This tissue provides nourishment to each of the other connective tissues.

Question 61

sweat gland

Question 62

hair

Question 63

Rubbery cartilage, calcium-hardened bone tissue, lipid-storing adipose tissue, and blood are looked upon as specialized __________ tissues.

Question 64

__________ hold neighboring cells together.

Question 65

How does a pluripotent cell differ from a unipotent or totipotent cell?

Question 66

epidermis

Question 67

__________ are open channels that connect the cytoplasm of abutting cells and permit rapid transfer of ions and small molecules between them.

Question 68

smooth muscle

Question 69

If you sweat, are you losing extracellular fluid or intracellular fluid?

Question 70

__________ secrete hormones into blood.

Question 71

__________ increase the free surface area of epithelia that absorb substances.

Question 72

__________ cover the body surface, and line its internal spaces.

Question 73

hair follicle

Question 74

hypodermis

Question 75

__________ stop fluid from leaking across an epithelium.

Question 76

__________ secrete products such as sweat or digestive enzymes through ducts.

Question 77

How does bipedalism relate to sweat glands, skin color and hair density?