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Quiz: Introduction to Anatomy

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1. The pericardial cavity is the area that surrounds the:
heart
lungs
brain
muscles

2. The area of the body known as the lumbar region would be found at the:
upper arm
neck
foot
lower back

3. Which body system is responsible for senses and response to stimuli?
integument
digestive
nervous
endocrine

4. Which letter represents the thoracic cavity?
Letter A
Letter B
Letter C
Letter D

5. A cut that only goes through a layer of skin would be called:
lateral
superficial
deep
superior

6. The body's tendency to maintain a balanced, stable environment is called:
hormonal balance
static constancy
biofeedback
homeostasis

7. Which letter represents a SAGITTAL SLICE?
Letter A
Letter B
Letter C

8. Anatomy focuses on the structures, whereas physiology focuses on:
location
relationships
functions
the whole body

9. The passage of digested substances through membranes is called:
circulation
excretion
absorption
assimilation

10. The toe of the foot is ____ to the knee.
proximal
hyper
lateral
distal

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