The third section of the TEAS exam covers Science and features 47 scored
items. There are three categories of Science objectives for the TEAS. The test
items are divided among the Science objectives as follows:
S.1 HU
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The third section of the TEAS exam covers Science and features 47 scored
items. There are three categories of Science objectives for the TEAS. The test
items are divided among the Science objectives as follows:
S.1 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY — 32 QUESTIONS
S.1.1 Describe the general anatomy and physiology of a human.
S.1.2. Describe the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory
system.
S.1.3 Describe the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular
system.
S.1.4 Describe the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal
system.
S.1.5 Describe the anatomy and physiology of the neuromuscular
system.
S.1.6 Describe the anatomy and physiology of the reproductive
system.
S.1.7 Describe the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary
system.
S.1.8 Describe the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine
system.
S.1.9 Describe the anatomy and physiology of the genitourinary
system.
S.1.10 Describe the anatomy and physiology of the immune system.
S.1.11 Describe the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal system.
S.2 LIFE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES — 8 QUESTIONS
S.2.1 Describe the basic macromolecules in a biological system.
S.2.2 Compare and contrast chromosomes, genes, and DNA.
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S.2.3 Explain Mendel’s laws of heredity.
S.2.4 Recognize basic atomic structure.
S.2.5 Explain characteristic properties of substances.
S.2.6 Compare and contrast changes in states of matter.
S.2.7 Describe chemical reactions.
S.3 SCIENTIFIC REASONING—7 QUESTIONS
S.3.1 Identify basic scientific measurements using laboratory tools.
S.3.2 Critique a scientific explanation using logic and evidence.
S.3.3 Explain relationships among events, objects, and processes.
S.3.4 Analyze the design of a scientific investigation.
In addition, the TEAS Science section features six unscored items as a pretest.
These items can address objectives from any of the above categories.
Allen, John. ATI TEAS Crash Course® Book + Online, Research & Education Association, 2017. ProQuest Ebook Central,
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Created from ras on 2020-04-22 09:05:17. Copyright © 2017. Research & Education Association. All rights reserved.
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S.1 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
S.1.1 DESCRIBE THE GENERAL ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY OF A HUMAN
Anatomy is the structure of the body, while physiology includes the
normal functions of a living creature. The human body features a
hierarchy (system of levels) of structures and functions that go from
the smallest part of a cell to organ systems that nourish or protect
the entire body.
On the Science portion of the TEAS exam, you must be able to
describe each of these structures and functions. You must also use
correct terminology about anatomical structures and their precise
location.
Know the basic tenets of cell theory.
• All living organisms are composed of cells.
• The cell is the basic unit of structure and organization in
organisms.
• All cells come from preexisting cells.
Describe how cells carry out the basic processes of life.
• Take in food and metabolize it for energy
• Respond to the environment
• Grow
• Reproduce
• Dispose of waste
Distinguish between the two main types of cells: prokaryotes and
eukaryotes. (For the purposes of this book, archaea and bacteria are
grouped together as prokaryotes.)
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