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Anatomy and Physiology Test Bank #1 Exam 1 Latest Update 2026/2027
Which term describes the study of the functions of body structures? - ANS-Physiology
Which term defines a group of cells that work together to perform a particular function? -
ANS-Tissue
Which term refers to the sum of all chemical processes that occur in the body? - ANSMetabolism
List the basic processes of life. - ANS-The basic processes of life include metabolism,
responsiveness, movement, growth, differentiation and reproduction.
The two organ systems that regulate and maintain homeostasis are the - ANS-nervous
and endocrine systems.
Which body fluid fills the narrow spaces between cells and tissues and directly affects
the proper functioning of cells? - ANS-Interstitial fluid
Describe the differences between positive and negative feedback systems. - ANS-A
positive feedback system will strengthen or reinforce a change in one of the body's
controlled conditions while a negative feedback system will reverse a change in a
controlled condition.
Which feedback system structure receives output from the control center? - ANSEffector
Which feedback system structure provides input to the control center? - ANS-Receptor
A condition NOT regulated by a negative feedback loop would be: - ANS-Childbirth
Objective changes in a patient's normal body function that can be directly observed or
measured by a clinician are referred to as - ANS-signs.
Describe the anatomical position. - ANS-In the anatomical position, the subject stands
erect facing the observer with the head level and the eyes facing forward. The feet are
flat on the floor and directed forward and the arms are at the sides with the palms
turned forward.
The lungs are located in the - ANS-pleural cavity.
Which cavity is located inferior to the abdominal cavity? - ANS-Pelvic Cavity
Which cavity contains the heart? - ANS-Pericardial Cavity
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