Human Organism and Cell Quiz

The study of the body by organ systems is called:

• Systemic anatomy

• Regional anatomy

• Surface anatomy

• Pathology

Which level of organization involves tissues combining to form organs?

• Chemical level

• Tissue level

• Organ level

• Organ system level

Which characteristic of life refers to the increase in body size or number of cells?

• Development

• Growth

• Organization

• Responsiveness

The thoracic cavity is separated from the abdominal cavity by the:

• Pelvic bone

• Diaphragm

• Rib cage

• Vertebral column

Which membrane directly touches internal organs?

• Parietal membrane

• Visceral membrane

• Serous membrane

• Mucous membrane

Which plane divides the body into left and right parts?

• Sagittal plane

• Transverse plane

• Frontal plane

• Oblique plane

Which feedback mechanism is useful in childbirth and blood clotting?

• Negative feedback

• Positive feedback

• Reflex feedback

• Regulatory feedback

The plasma membrane is primarily composed of:

• Carbohydrates and proteins

• Phospholipids and proteins

• DNA and RNA

• Actin and myosin

The "powerhouse" of the cell is the:

• Ribosome

• Mitochondria

• Golgi apparatus

• Lysosome

Which organelle is studded with ribosomes and makes proteins?

• Smooth ER

• Rough ER

• Lysosome

• Peroxisome