Anatomy Semester 1 Exam

Front

What is the primary function of connective tissue in the body?

Back

To support and bind other tissues.

Front

Which of the following is a component of the skeletal system? a) Tendons, b) Ligaments, c) Bones, d) Skin

Back

Bones

Front

Identify the type of muscle tissue that is involuntary and found in the walls of internal organs.

Back

Smooth muscle

Front

Which of the following is NOT a component of the muscular system? a) Muscles, b) Tendons, c) Ligaments, d) Cartilage

Back

Cartilage

Front

What is the outermost layer of the integumentary system?

Back

Epidermis

Front

Explain how connective tissue contributes to the function of the skeletal system.

Back

It connects bones to muscles and supports movement.

Front

Which of the following best describes the role of ligaments in the skeletal system? a) They connect muscles to bones., b) They connect bones to other bones., c) They produce synovial fluid., d) They cushion joints.

Back

They connect bones to other bones.

Front

Compare the structure of skeletal muscle tissue to that of cardiac muscle tissue.

Back

Both have striations, but cardiac muscle is branched.

Front

How do tendons contribute to the function of the muscular system?

Back

They transmit force from muscles to bones.

Front

Describe the role of the dermis in the integumentary system.

Back

It contains blood vessels and nerves.