1.1 Multiple Choice Questions

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Michael Mellon Ron Harris

Human Anatomy

NINTH EDITION

Frederic H. Martini, Ph.D.Robert B. Tallitsch, Ph.D.Judi L. Nath, Ph.D. 1 / 4

1 Copyright © 2018 Pearson Education, Inc.Human Anatomy, 9e (Martini)

Chapter 1 Foundations: An Introduction to Anatomy

1.1 Multiple Choice Questions

1) It is important to study the discipline of anatomy because it ________.

• is important to understand the link between human structure and function
• develop a three-dimensional understanding of anatomical relationships
• will assist individuals to make informed decisions about their personal health
• provides a basis for understanding more advanced courses in anatomy, physiology, and

related disciplines

• All of the answers are correct.

Answer: E

Learning Outcome: 1.1

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2) Which of the following statements about anatomical information is correct?

• Anatomic information is all historical.
• It describes external and internal structures of the body and considers probable function.
• It addresses large body structures visible to the naked eye only.
• Physiology and anatomy are unrelated.
• The study of cells or cytology is useless to anatomy.

Answer: B

Learning Outcome: 1.1

Bloom's Taxonomy: 1-2: Remembering/Understanding

3) The branch of science that studies groups of specialized cells and how they work together is called ________.

• physiology
• histology
• anatomy
• cytology
• None of the answers are correct.

Answer: B

Learning Outcome: 1.1

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4) The analysis of the smallest units of life is called ________.

• embryology
• cytology
• physiology
• histology
• morphology

Answer: B

Learning Outcome: 1.1

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2 Copyright © 2018 Pearson Education, Inc.5) The discipline that might examine structural interactions within a sheet of muscle tissue, or groups of specialized cells and cell products that work together to perform specific functions, is called ________.

• morphology
• radiology
• embryology
• histology
• cytology

Answer: D

Learning Outcome: 1.1

Bloom's Taxonomy: 1-2: Remembering/Understanding

6) The anatomical specialty that refers to the study of general form (or morphology) and superficial anatomical markings is called ________.

• surface anatomy
• comparative anatomy
• regional anatomy
• developmental anatomy
• systemic anatomy

Answer: A

Learning Outcome: 1.2

Bloom's Taxonomy: 1-2: Remembering/Understanding

7) Which type of anatomy refers to the study of all of the superficial and internal features in a specific area of the body?

• surface anatomy
• regional anatomy
• systemic anatomy
• gross anatomy
• microscopic anatomy

Answer: B

Learning Outcome: 1.2

Bloom's Taxonomy: 1-2: Remembering/Understanding

8) The study of the heart, blood, and blood vessels is which of the following approaches?

• systemic anatomy
• regional anatomy
• developmental anatomy
• surface anatomy
• gross anatomy

Answer: A

Learning Outcome: 1.2

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3 Copyright © 2018 Pearson Education, Inc.9) The study of the early processes during the first two months of development from conception is called ________.

• cytology
• physiology
• histology
• embryology
• osteology

Answer: D

Learning Outcome: 1.3

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10) The study of structures through specialized imaging techniques, such as ultrasounds, x-rays, or other specialized procedures performed on an intact body, is called ________.

• cytology
• embryology
• physiology
• histology
• radiography

Answer: E

Learning Outcome: 1.3

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11) Gross anatomical specialties include ________.

• radiographic and surgical anatomy
• cytology and embryology
• histology
• radiographic anatomy, surgical anatomy, cytology and embryology
• cytology, histology and embryology

Answer: A

Learning Outcome: 1.3

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12) The study of anatomical features that may undergo recognizable pathological changes during illness is called ________ anatomy.

• clinical
• developmental
• comparative
• systemic
• regional

Answer: A

Learning Outcome: 1.3

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