CLEP Biology Organismal Biology & Physiology

Question 1

What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

Accepted Answer

To transport substances throughout the body

Answer

To produce digestive enzymes.

Answer

To control sensory perception.

Answer

To control muscular movement.

Question 2

Which organ system is primarily responsible for gas exchange?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory system

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Digestive system

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Excretory system

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Skeletal system

Question 3

Which structure is responsible for filtering blood in the human body?

Accepted Answer

Kidney

Answer

Liver

Answer

Heart

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Lungs

Question 4

Which part of the nervous system is responsible for involuntary actions?

Accepted Answer

Autonomic nervous system

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Somatic nervous system

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Central nervous system

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Peripheral nervous system

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT part of the digestive system?

Accepted Answer

Kidneys

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Stomach

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Small intestine

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Liver

Question 6

How do muscles contract?

Accepted Answer

By sliding of actin and myosin filaments

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By expansion of myofibrils

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By shortening of ligaments

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By increased blood flow

Question 7

Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination?

Accepted Answer

Cerebellum

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Medulla

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Cerebrum

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Thalamus

Question 8

Which type of blood cells fight infections?

Accepted Answer

White blood cells

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Red blood cells

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Platelets

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Plasma

Question 9

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

Accepted Answer

To support and protect the body

Answer

To produce hormones

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To store enzymes

Answer

To facilitate respiration