Test 1 Mastering Questions and Answers 2022
Which level of structural organization is considered to be the highest (most complex)
level? - Answer- organismal
Homeostasis is the condition in which the body maintains _
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Test 1 Mastering Questions and Answers 2022
Which level of structural organization is considered to be the highest (most complex)
level? - Answer- organismal
Homeostasis is the condition in which the body maintains _______. - Answer- a
relatively stable internal environment, within limits
Which of the following represents the correct order in which the components interact
in a homeostatic control system? - Answer- the receptor, the control center, and the
effector
Generally, what is the result of the negative feedback process? - Answer- to maintain
homeostasis
Which of the following best defines anatomy? - Answer- It is the study of the
structure of body parts and their relationships with one another.
With regards to a variation of a physiological value from its set point or normal limit,
negative feedback always __________ the value back to the set point or normal
limit. - Answer- returns
T/F Embryology concerns the structural changes that occur in an individual from
conception through old age. - Answer- False
Which subdivision of anatomy would include the study of individual cells? - Answermicroscopic anatomy (cytology)
Some of the nerve endings in the skin are sensitive to changes in temperature. They
are part of a negative feedback mechanism regulating body temperature. These
nerve endings represent a(n) ________ in the negative feedback mechanism. -
Answer- receptor
Which life process, which relies heavily on nutrient inputs from the respiratory and
digestive systems, sustains all other life processes? - Answer- metabolism
A structure that is composed of two or more tissue types that work together to
perform specific functions for the body is a(n) ________. - Answer- organ
Anabolic reactions are chemical reactions of the body that build things, make them
bigger or more complex. Catabolic reactions break things down making them smaller
or less complex. If the rate of anabolic reaction in the body is much faster than the
rate of catabolic reactions which of the following necessary life function will be
accomplished? - Answer- growth
T/F Digestion includes breaking down substances into their simpler building blocks,
synthesizing more complex cellular structures from simpler substances, and using
nutrients and oxygen to produce ATP. - Answer- False
One of the functional characteristics of life is excitability or responsiveness. This
refers to ________. - Answer- sensing changes in the environment and then reacting
or responding to them
Which of the following are survival needs of the body? - Answer- nutrients, water,
atmospheric pressure, and oxygen
T/F A tissue consists of groups of similar cells that have a common function. -
Answer- True
Choose the anatomical topic and definition that is NOT correctly matched.
Cytology: study of the structures in a particular region.
Microscopic anatomy: study of structures too small to be seen by the naked eye.
Embryology: study of the changes in an individual from conception to birth.
Gross anatomy: study of structures visible to the eye. - Answer- Cytology: study of
the structures in a particular region.
A good example of a positive feedback mechanism would be ________. - Answerenhancement of labor contractions
Positive feedback differs from negative feedback because ________. - Answerpositive feedback tends to enhance the triggering stimulus while negative feedback
tends to return the body to a homeostatic balance or "ideal" level
T/F It is important for any organism to maintain its boundaries, so that its internal
environment remains distinct from the external environment surrounding it. - AnswerTrue
Which organ systems function as control systems, communicating with other cells
and organs to regulate their activities? - Answer- nervous and endocrine systems
In a homeostatic control mechanism, which component monitors the environment? -
Answer- receptor
Expiration (breathing out) is how the body removes excessive carbon dioxide from
the blood. This is an example of ________. - Answer- excretion of metabolic waste
The study of large body structures, visible to the naked eye, such as the heart is
called ________ anatomy. - Answer- gross
T/F Lungs carry out an excretory function. - Answer- True
Which of the following statements is the most correct regarding homeostatic
imbalance? - Answer- It is considered the cause of most diseases.
T/F: Cells within the body work independently of one another and rarely have direct
effects on other cells. - Answer- False
When a baby suckles at its mother's breast the stimulus at the breast is sent to the
mother's brain (a region called the hypothalamus). The brain responds by releasing
hormones to stimulate the production and the ejection of milk from the breast. This
helps the newborn to receive nourishment and encourages more suckling. This
example is best described as a ________. - Answer- positive feedback
Why is the figure considered to be an example of a negative feedback system, as
opposed to a positive feedback system? - Answer- The figure illustrates the
correction of an imbalance back to a baseline.
Which of the following is not a fundamental subatomic particle that forms elements?
neutrons
electrons
protons
nucleus - Answer- nucleus
T/F The atomic number of any atom is equal to the number of electrons in its nucleus
and is written as a subscript to the left of its atomic symbol. - Answer- False
1. _____________ energy: Legs moving the pedals of a bicycle.
2. ____________ energy: When the bonds of ATP are broken, energy is released to
do cellular work.
3. ____________ energy: Energy that travels in waves. Part of the electromagnetic
spectrum.
4. ____________ energy: Represented by the flow of charged particles along a
conductor, or the flow of ions across a membrane. - Answer- Mechanical
Chemical
Radiant
Electrical
What is the difference between kinetic and potential energy? - Answer- Kinetic
energy is energy in action, while potential energy is stored energy.
Which of the following is NOT one of the three major types of chemical reactions?
exchange
decomposition
hyperbolic
synthesis - Answer- hyperbolic
An atom with 3 electrons in its outermost (valence) shell may have a total of
________ electrons altogether. - Answer- 13
What holds the sodium and chloride ions together in a chemical bond? - Answer- an
electrical attraction between opposite charges
Which of the following is an example of a decomposition reaction?
MgSO4 + 2NaCl → MgCl2 + Na2SO4H2 + O2 → H2O
2Na + Cl2 → 2NaCl
MgO2 → Mg + O2 - Answer- MgO2 → Mg + O2
Which of the following statements regarding matter is FALSE?
With some exceptions, matter can be seen, smelled, and felt.
Matter exists in solid, liquid, and gaseous states.
The weight of matter remains constant wherever it is located.
The mass of matter remains constant wherever it is located. - Answer- The weight of
matter remains constant wherever it is located.
Which of the following is not considered a form of matter?
X rays
oxygen gas
blood
bone - Answer- X rays
If atom X has an atomic number of 74 it would have which of the following?
37 electrons
37 protons and 37 electrons
37 protons and 37 neutrons
74 protons - Answer- 74 protons
A chemical reaction in which bonds are created is usually associated with ________.
forming a smaller molecule
degradation
the release of energy
the consumption of energy - Answer- the consumption of energy
Except for elements with atomic number 1 and 2, all other elements are stable with
how many electrons in their outermost (valence) energy level? - Answer- 8
How many valence shell electrons does the element carbon have? - Answer- 4
ATP → ADP + Pi is an example of a(n) ________ reaction. - Answer- decomposition
What is the most significant factor in the formation of a covalent bond? - Answer- the
sharing of electron pairs between two atoms
After the transfer of the electron, sodium will form an ion with __________.
an atomic number of 10
an atomic number of 18
a charge of −1
a charge of +1 - Answer- a charge of +1
An atom with an atomic number of 10 and a mass number of 24 would have
________. - Answer- 14 neutrons
What do these four elements have in common?
Hydrogen
Oxygen
Carbon
Sodium
They are all generally unreactive elements.
They would all be likely to form positive ions.
They all have an incomplete valence electron shell.
They all have the same number of protons in their nuclei. - Answer- They all have an
incomplete valence electron shell.
Atom X has 17 protons. How many electrons are in its valence shell (outermost
energy level)? - Answer- 7
Which of the following is NOT a compound?
oxygen gas
carbon dioxide
methane (natural gas)
water - Answer- oxygen gas
Based on the information in this figure, what is the atomic number of chlorine? -
Answer- 17 (number of electrons)
What type of bond is formed between the oxygen atom of one water molecule and
the hydrogen atom of another water molecule? - Answer- hydrogen bond
The numbers listed represent the number of electrons in the first, second, and third
energy levels, respectively. On this basis, which of the following is an unstable or
reactive atom?
2, 8, 1
2, 8
2
2, 8, 8 - Answer- 2, 8, 1
The three atoms below represent three unique __________.
Hydrogen
Helium
Lithium - Answer- elements
What explains the negative charge on the oxygen atom within the water molecule? -
Answer- Oxygen atoms have a stronger pull on the electrons shared within a
covalent bond formed between oxygen and hydrogen.
Which of the following statements regarding energy is FALSE?
Energy is defined as the capacity to do work, or to put matter into motion
The products of exergonic reactions contain more potential energy than the
reactants that form them
Exchange reactions allow chemical energy from one molecule to be transferred to
another
Increasing the temperature of atoms and molecules increases their kinetic energy -
Answer- The products of exergonic reactions contain more potential energy than the
reactants that form them
What does this figure depict? (the transfer of an electron from Na to Cl) - Answerionization, followed by formation of an ionic bond
Bonds between carbon and hydrogen atoms (as depicted on the right side of the
figure) are generally __________. - Answer- single covalent bonds
T/F: Nonpolar molecules are the result of unequal electron pair sharing. - AnswerFalse
When DNA is replicated, it is necessary for the two strands to "unzip" temporarily.
Which bonding type is most appropriate for holding the strands together in this way. -
Answer- hydrogen bonding
Rank the chemical bonds from relatively weakest to strongest.
I. Ionic
II. Covalent
III. Hydrogen - Answer- III < I < II
What is a cation? - Answer- an atom that loses one or more electrons and acquires a
net positive charge
How many hydrogen atoms will a single carbon atom bond with to form a stable
molecule? - Answer- four
Which four elements comprise approximately 96% of our body weight? - Answercarbon, oxygen, hydrogen, and nitrogen.
Which of the following best describes an isotope?
an atom with an unequal number of protons and electrons
a structural variation in which different atoms of the same element have different
numbers of neutrons
a structural variation in which different atoms of the same element have different
numbers of electrons
a structural variation in which different atoms of the same element have different
numbers of protons - Answer- a structural variation in which different atoms of the
same element have different numbers of neutrons
Which of the following is a neutralization reaction?
HCl → H+ + ClNaOH → Na+ + OHHCl + NaOH → NaCl + H2O
NH3 + H+ → NH4+2 - Answer- HCl + NaOH → NaCl + H2O
Which of the following is a general function for a fibrous protein? - Answer- structural
framework
phospholipid structure - Answer- phosphate group, glycerol molecule, two fatty acids
T/F: Omega-3 fatty acids appear to decrease the risk of heart disease. - AnswerTrue
What is the ratio of fatty acids to glycerol in triglycerides (neutral fats)? - Answer- 3:1
Which of the following is incorrectly matched?
amino acid; protein
nucleotide; nucleic acid
monosaccharide; carbohydrate
eicosanoid; triglyceride - Answer- eicosanoid; triglyceride
In general, the lipids that we refer to as oils at room temperature have ________. -
Answer- unsaturated fatty acids
Carbohydrates are stored in the liver and skeletal muscles in the form of ________. -
Answer- glycogen
A patient voices concern that her normal cholesterol level is dangerous. "I eat no
cholesterol at all. That stuff is toxic!" she declares. What is your best response? -
Answer- "A normal cholesterol level is a good thing. Your cells depend on cholesterol
to stay healthy, and you can't make vital hormones without it."
What is the classification of a solution of NaOH with a pH of 8.3? - Answer- alkaline
solution
T/F: A dipeptide can be broken into two amino acids by dehydration synthesis. -
Answer- false (hydration breaks apart, dehydration brings together)
The single most abundant protein in the body is ________. - Answer- collagen
T/F: The lower the pH, the higher the hydrogen ion concentration. - Answer- true
With a family history of cardiovascular disease, which toast spread would be
considered the most "heart healthy"?
olive oil
margarine containing trans fats
lard (pig fat)
butter containing butterfat - Answer- olive oil
What additional molecule is produced when fatty acids are bonded to glycerol to
make a triglyceride? - Answer- water (hydration)
Carbohydrates and proteins are built up from their basic building blocks by the
________. - Answer- removal of a water molecule between each two units
Starch is a ________. - Answer- polysaccharide
T/F: Triglycerides are a poor source of stored energy. - Answer- False
T/F: About 60% to 80% of the volume of most living cells consists of organic
compounds. - Answer- False
What structural level is represented by the sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide
chain? - Answer- primary structure
Phospholipids make up most of the lipid part of the cell membrane. Since water
exists on both the outside and inside of a cell, which of the following phospholipid
arrangements makes the most sense? - Answer- two back-to-back phospholipid
layers with the polar heads facing out on both sides
Which of the following statements is true regarding the reaction without an enzyme
compared to the one with an enzyme? - Answer- Less energy input is required to
start the reaction in the presence of enzyme.
Which organic molecules form the major structural materials of the body? - Answerproteins
What is a chain of more than 50 amino acids called? - Answer- protein
what bonds amino acids together? - Answer- peptide bonds
How many phosphates would ADP have attached to it? - Answer- two
Which of the following is true about lipids?
Triglycerides are composed of three fatty acids and one glycerol and are stable
because they do not dissolve in water.
Lipids used as energy reserves in the body are stored as molecules of
phospholipids.
Lipids found in the cell membrane are composed of one glycerol and three fatty acid
chains and are called phospholipids.
Lipids that serve as hormones are derived from glycolipids. - Answer- Triglycerides
are composed of three fatty acids and one glycerol and are stable because they do
not dissolve in water.
The pH scale is based on _______ - Answer- the concentration of hydrogen ions in a
solution
T/F: The major function of DNA is to provide the genetic instructions for protein
synthesis. - Answer- True
Which of the following does NOT characterize proteins?
They have both functional and structural roles in the body.
Their function depends on their three-dimensional shape.
They may be denatured or coagulated by heat or acidity.
They appear to be the molecular carriers of coded hereditary information. - AnswerThey appear to be the molecular carriers of coded hereditary information.
T/F: The pH of body fluids must remain fairly constant for the body to maintain
homeostasis. - Answer- True
What is the primary energy-transferring molecule in cells? - Answer- ATP
Which property of water is demonstrated when we sweat? - Answer- high heat of
vaporization
T/F: Glucose is an example of a monosaccharide. - Answer- True
What is an exergonic reaction? - Answer- Where the product has less energy than
the reactants and therefore releases energy
T/F: A charged particle is generally called an ion or electrolyte. - Answer- True
Which of the following is NOT one of the concepts collectively known as the cell
theory?...
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