Anatomy and Physiology Practice Questions

How to Study Anatomy & Physiology

1. An example of human homeostasis is _______________.

a. Metabolism
b. Adrenalin
c. Hormones
d. Fluid Balance

2. Human homeostasis is the ability of the body to regulate its _______________ in response to fluctuations in the environment outside the body.

a. Inner environment
b. Outer environment
c. Temperature
d. Metabolism

3. The amount of energy / calories that your body requires to maintain itself is known as _______________.

a. Temperature
b. Fluid balance
c. Botulism
d. Metabolism

4. An example of a person whose metabolism has lowered is _______________.

a. A woman who is in her teens and quite athletic
b. A man who is past 30 and whose body is losing muscle.
c. A man who is past 30 and works out daily.
d. A man who is past 30 and eats a low-fat diet.

5. An example of something that increases a person’s metabolism is _______________.

a. Aerobic exercise
b. Mental exercise
c. Eating a fatty diet
d. Reading

1. D
The human body manages a multitude of highly complex interactions to maintain balance within a normal range.  The kidneys are responsible for regulating blood water levels, re-absorption of substances into the blood, maintenance of salt and ion levels in the blood, regulation of blood pH, and excretion of urea and other wastes.[i]

2. A
3. D
4. B
Exercise and low fat diets will increase metabolism.  Choice B, a man who is past 30 and whose body is losing muscle is the only choice. 

5. A
Exercise will increase metabolism, so A. aerobic exercise.

Circulatory System

Digestive System

Endocrine System

Immune System

Integumentary System

Nervous System

Reproductive System

Respiratory System

Skeletal System

Urinary system

1. Identifying functions and systems in the body (e.g. endocrine, circulatory, and skeletal systems)
2. Identifying organs and locations (such as the kidneys, heart, and brain)
3. Basic cell structure and function
4. Basic body processes (such as circulation, digestion, and gas exchange)
5. Common pathological conditions and causes (such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer)
6. Common medical treatments (such as day surgery, medication, and physical therapy)
7. Medical terminology and anatomy.