CBET Anatomy and Physiology Basics 3

Question 1

What is the primary function of the alveoli in the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Gas exchange between air and blood

Answer

Filtering inhaled particles

Answer

Producing surfactant only

Answer

Warming inhaled air

Question 2

Which blood vessel carries deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Pulmonary artery

Answer

Aorta

Answer

Pulmonary vein

Answer

Superior vena cava

Question 3

The pancreas serves both endocrine and exocrine functions. Which hormone does it produce to lower blood glucose?

Accepted Answer

Insulin

Answer

Glucagon

Answer

Cortisol

Answer

Epinephrine

Question 4

What is the normal resting heart rate range for a healthy adult?

Accepted Answer

60-100 bpm

Answer

40-50 bpm

Answer

100-120 bpm

Answer

80-140 bpm

Question 5

Which structure in the brain is responsible for regulating body temperature, hunger, and thirst?

Accepted Answer

Hypothalamus

Answer

Cerebellum

Answer

Medulla oblongata

Answer

Cerebral cortex

Question 6

Which type of joint allows the greatest range of motion in the human body?

Accepted Answer

Ball-and-socket joint

Answer

Hinge joint

Answer

Pivot joint

Answer

Saddle joint