2023 First Semester Exam

Front

What is the small flap of cartilage that closes when food passes?

Back

Epiglottis: A flap that prevents food from entering the trachea during swallowing.

Front

What is a nerve cell that carries information back and forth from the environment and the central nervous system?

Back

Neuron: The basic building block of the nervous system that transmits signals.

Front

Which tissue attaches muscle to bone?

Back

Tendon: A flexible but inelastic cord of strong fibrous collagen tissue.

Front

What is the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach?

Back

Esophagus: A muscular tube that transports food from the throat to the stomach.

Front

What system provides the body with oxygen and removes carbon dioxide and other waste gases by breathing?

Back

Respiratory System: The system responsible for gas exchange in the body.

Front

What is the function of the trachea?

Back

Trachea: The windpipe that connects the larynx to the bronchi, allowing air passage.

Front

What is the role of the circulatory system?

Back

Circulatory System: The system that transports blood, nutrients, gases, and wastes throughout the body.

Front

What is peristalsis?

Back

Peristalsis: The wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract.

Front

What is a ligament?

Back

Ligament: A fibrous connective tissue that connects bones to other bones.

Front

What is the primary function of the muscular system?

Back

Muscular System: The system that enables movement of the body and maintains posture.