BIOL 2404 A&P Basics Lecture Exam One   Dr. Weis

This exam is worth 100 points. 

Point values for questions are in parenthesis (___points  )


Chapter One = 25 points

1.1 Define homeostasis and name two of the three organ systems involved with overall control. (3 points)

1.2 List and define the levels of organization of the body from LARGEST to smallest. (4 points)

1.3 Define anatomy and physiology and explain their relationship.  (3 points)

1.4 Name two body planes, explain how they divide the body, and give a directional term related to each body plane discussed.  (3 points)

1.5 Define body cavity; give the two MAJOR divisions, their subdivisions and an organ that can be found in these body cavity subdivisions.  (3 points)

1.6 Define an organ system; give four examples of the 11 organ systems and the function of the four organ systems mentioned.  (5 points)

1.7 Define the following terms:  metabolism, digestion, excretion.  (3 points)

1.8 Describe the normal human anatomical position (1 point)


Chapter Two = 25 points

2.1 Define atom and describe its subatomic structure and function. (4 points)

2.2 Define molecule; name two types of chemical bonds and an example of each. (3 points)

2.3 Name six (6) elements that make up the majority of the human body and give their chemical symbols.  (6 points)

2.4 Define energy and matter and explain how they are related. (2 points)

2.5 Name two types of chemical bonds, explain how they are formed, and give an example of each.  (3 points)

2.6 Explain the relationship of acid, base, pH, and buffer systems.  (2 points)

2.7 Give the function of the following organic compounds: Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, and Nucleic acids.  (2 points each)

2.8 What two things are needed for every chemical reaction to occur ?  (1 point)

2.9 Fill in the blanks :  “ _______________is used to provide cellular energy and these supplies are replenished by the _________________________of food fuels. “ (1 point)

2.10 It is said that “some Energy is lost in every energy transformation.” What is energy lost as ?  (1 point)


Chapter Three: Cell = 27 Points

3a.1 Define cell and cytology.  (1 point)

3a.2 The cytoplasm is composed of ______________and ______________( 1 point)

3a.3 Regarding the cell: give the function of the following.  (0.5 each, 4 points total)

            (a) nucleus

            (b) nucleoli

            (c) ribosomes

            (d) rough endoplasmic reticulum

            (e) smooth endoplasmic reticulum

            (f) golgi apparatus

            (g) lysosomes

            (h) mitochondria

3a.4 Regarding the cell membrane: give the structure, function, and an example of a cell membrane junction. (3 points)

3a.5 Explain the difference between active and passive membrane transport. Name and define two passive membrane transport processes; two active membrane transport processes. (5 points)

3a.6 Describe the structure, function, and location of DNA. (3 points)

3a.7 Define mitosis and name the four phases in order. (3 points)

3a.8 What is the purpose of centrioles and spindle fibers in mitosis ?  (1 point)

3a.9 Name three types of RNA and the function of each.  (3 points)

3a.10 Define cytokinesis and when it occurs.  (1 point)

3a.11 Define transcription and translation. (2 points)


Chapter Three: Tissues and Chapter 4 Membranes = 23 points

3b.1 Define tissue, give the four major tissue groups, and give their general function. (5 points)

3b.2 Name three SPECIFIC types of epithelial tissues and where they are found. (3 points)

3b.3 Name four SPECIFIC types of connective tissues and where they are found. (4 points)

3b.4 Name two specific types of muscle tissue and where they are found.  (2 points)

3b.5 Name two specific types of nervous tissue and where they are found.  (2 points)

3b.6 Explain the differences between regeneration and fibrosis.  (2 points)

3b.7 Define body membrane, give two examples and their location.  (3 points)

3b.8 Define enzyme and give an example.  (1 point)

3b.9 Define gene and give its function.  (1 point)


Extra Credit for Exam One

X.1 Define neoplasm (1 point)

X.2 Define hyperplasia (1 point)

X.3 Define atrophy (1 point)

X.4 Define tonicity (1 point)

X.5 Name two imaging techniques that use or reference the body planes. (1 point)