Question 1

The study of tissue structure and function is called

Accepted Answer

A)  histology. 
B)  plasticity. 
C)  differentiation. 
D)  physiology. 
E)  remodeling. 
A)  histology. 
B)  plasticity. 
C)  differentiation. 
D)  physiology. 
E)  remodeling.

Question 2

Which does NOT accurately complete the sentence? One of the major functions of BOTH types of endoplasmic reticulum (ER)is the

Accepted Answer

A)  synthesis of biomolecules. 
B)  storage of genetic material for the cell. 
C)  transport of biomolecules. 
D)  storage of biomolecules. 
A)  synthesis of biomolecules. 
B)  storage of genetic material for the cell. 
C)  transport of biomolecules. 
D)  storage of biomolecules.

Question 3

The tissue(s)that is/are considered excitable because of the ability to generate electrical signals is/are called ________ tissue.

Accepted Answer

A)  muscle 
B)  neural 
C)  epithelial 
D)  muscle tissue and neural 
E)  muscle tissue, neural tissue, and epithelial 
A)  muscle 
B)  neural 
C)  epithelial 
D)  muscle tissue and neural 
E)  muscle tissue, neural tissue, and epithelial

Question 4

A lysosome is considered which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  membranous organelle 
B)  transmembrane protein 
C)  inclusion 
D)  cytoskeletal protein 
E)  glycolipid 
A)  membranous organelle 
B)  transmembrane protein 
C)  inclusion 
D)  cytoskeletal protein 
E)  glycolipid

Question 5

On the row of cells indicated below, match A-E to the terms in the following question(s).
   Figure 3.1
-Referring to Figure 3.1, which letter represents the basal lamina?

Accepted Answer

A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D 
E)  E 
A)  A 
B)  B 
C)  C 
D)  D 
E)  E

Question 6

The endoplasmic reticulum is considered which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  membranous organelle 
B)  adheren 
C)  inclusion 
D)  mitochondrial protein 
E)  glycocalyx 
A)  membranous organelle 
B)  adheren 
C)  inclusion 
D)  mitochondrial protein 
E)  glycocalyx

Question 7

Epithelia are connected to underlying connective tissues by

Accepted Answer

A)  a basement membrane only. 
B)  protein filaments embedded in glycoprotein only. 
C)  a basal lamina only. 
D)  an apical membrane and protein filaments embedded in proteoglycans only. 
E)  a basement membrane, protein filaments embedded in proteoglycans, and a basal lamina. 
A)  a basement membrane only. 
B)  protein filaments embedded in glycoprotein only. 
C)  a basal lamina only. 
D)  an apical membrane and protein filaments embedded in proteoglycans only. 
E)  a basement membrane, protein filaments embedded in proteoglycans, and a basal lamina.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a molecule synthesized in the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER)?

Accepted Answer

A)  fatty acids 
B)  steroids 
C)  proteins 
D)  lipids 
E)  All are synthesized in the SER. 
A)  fatty acids 
B)  steroids 
C)  proteins 
D)  lipids 
E)  All are synthesized in the SER.

Question 9

An osteocyte is the main cell type in which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  cartilage 
B)  adipose 
C)  loose connective tissue 
D)  blood 
E)  bone 
A)  cartilage 
B)  adipose 
C)  loose connective tissue 
D)  blood 
E)  bone

Question 10

In humans, only ________ cells have flagella.

Accepted Answer

A)  respiratory tract lining 
B)  intestine lining 
C)  stomach lining 
D)  sperm 
E)  uterine tube lining 
A)  respiratory tract lining 
B)  intestine lining 
C)  stomach lining 
D)  sperm 
E)  uterine tube lining

Question 11

Which type of epithelium would one expect to compose the alveoli (air sacs)in the lungs? Defend your answer.

Accepted Answer

Since gases must diffuse across the alve

Question 12

________ is a tissue that is modified to transmit chemical and electrical signals from one cell to another.

Accepted Answer

A)  Endothelium 
B)  Neural tissue 
C)  Connective tissue 
D)  Exocrine tissue 
E)  Epithelia tissue 
A)  Endothelium 
B)  Neural tissue 
C)  Connective tissue 
D)  Exocrine tissue 
E)  Epithelia tissue

Question 13

Due to the fact that they divide frequently, epithelia are prone to the genetic mutations associated with cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

What is the difference between cell movements in response to outside forces and cell-generated movements (in response to specific cell activity)? (Hint: Do red blood cells move because of RBC activity? What causes cell movements associated with cytokinesis?)Using the index of your text to guide you to relevant sections in other chapters (look up entries for the various cytoskeletal proteins), explain the different types of movements that cells generate.

Accepted Answer

Red blood cells and other cells in circu

Question 15

A layer of glycoproteins and a network of fine protein filaments that prevents the movement of proteins and other large molecules from the connective tissue to epithelium describes

Accepted Answer

A)  interfacial canals. 
B)  the basal lamina. 
C)  the reticular lamina. 
D)  areolar tissue. 
E)  endothelium. 
A)  interfacial canals. 
B)  the basal lamina. 
C)  the reticular lamina. 
D)  areolar tissue. 
E)  endothelium.

Question 16

Fibroblasts that secrete collagen-rich matrix dominants this tissue.

Accepted Answer

A)  cartilage 
B)  bone 
C)  loose connective tissue 
D)  fat 
E)  blood 
A)  cartilage 
B)  bone 
C)  loose connective tissue 
D)  fat 
E)  blood

Question 17

A liposome is

Accepted Answer

A)  only an additive to creams and lotions. 
B)  only a drug-delivery vehicle. 
C)  only a type of lipid. 
D)  only a structural component of cell membranes. 
E)  an additive to creams and lotions and a drug-delivery vehicle. 
A)  only an additive to creams and lotions. 
B)  only a drug-delivery vehicle. 
C)  only a type of lipid. 
D)  only a structural component of cell membranes. 
E)  an additive to creams and lotions and a drug-delivery vehicle.

Question 18

The thickest protein fibers from the following group are

Accepted Answer

A)  microtubules. 
B)  neurofilaments. 
C)  microfilaments. 
D)  myosin molecules. 
E)  keratin filaments. 
A)  microtubules. 
B)  neurofilaments. 
C)  microfilaments. 
D)  myosin molecules. 
E)  keratin filaments.

Question 19

If an animal cell lacked centrioles, it would not be able to

Accepted Answer

A)  maintain its balance. 
B)  synthesize proteins. 
C)  produce DNA. 
D)  metabolize sugars. 
E)  undergo nuclear division. 
A)  maintain its balance. 
B)  synthesize proteins. 
C)  produce DNA. 
D)  metabolize sugars. 
E)  undergo nuclear division.

Question 20

What is/are the major role(s)of the phospholipid bilayer in the cellular membrane?

Accepted Answer

A)  the absorption of fats only 
B)  the formation of a barrier that is selectively permeable to lipid-soluble molecules only 
C)  to provide a framework for membrane proteins only 
D)  to carry water-soluble molecules through a hydrophobic environment only 
E)  the formation of a barrier that is a selective for lipid-soluble molecules and to provide a framework for membrane proteins 
A)  the absorption of fats only 
B)  the formation of a barrier that is selectively permeable to lipid-soluble molecules only 
C)  to provide a framework for membrane proteins only 
D)  to carry water-soluble molecules through a hydrophobic environment only 
E)  the formation of a barrier that is a selective for lipid-soluble molecules and to provide a framework for membrane proteins

Exam 3: Compartmentation: Cells and Tissues

The study of tissue structure and function is called

Which does NOT accurately complete the sentence? One of the major functions of BOTH types of endoplasmic reticulum (ER)is the

The tissue(s)that is/are considered excitable because of the ability to generate electrical signals is/are called ________ tissue.

A lysosome is considered which of the following?

On the row of cells indicated below, match A-E to the terms in the following question(s). Figure 3.1 -Referring to Figure 3.1, which letter represents the basal lamina?

The endoplasmic reticulum is considered which of the following?

Epithelia are connected to underlying connective tissues by

Which of the following is NOT a molecule synthesized in the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER)?

An osteocyte is the main cell type in which of the following?

In humans, only ________ cells have flagella.

Which type of epithelium would one expect to compose the alveoli (air sacs)in the lungs? Defend your answer.

________ is a tissue that is modified to transmit chemical and electrical signals from one cell to another.

Due to the fact that they divide frequently, epithelia are prone to the genetic mutations associated with cancer.

A layer of glycoproteins and a network of fine protein filaments that prevents the movement of proteins and other large molecules from the connective tissue to epithelium describes

Fibroblasts that secrete collagen-rich matrix dominants this tissue.

A liposome is

The thickest protein fibers from the following group are

If an animal cell lacked centrioles, it would not be able to

What is/are the major role(s)of the phospholipid bilayer in the cellular membrane?

Introduction to Physiology

Molecular Interactions

Energy and Cellular Metabolism

Membrane Dynamics

Communication, Integration, and Homeostasis

Introduction to the Endocrine System

Neurons: Cellular and Network Properties

The Central Nervous System

Sensory Physiology

Efferent Division: Autonomic and Somatic Motor Control

Muscles

Integrative Physiology I: Control of Body Movement

Cardiovascular Physiology

Blood Flow and the Control of Blood Pressure

Blood

Mechanics of Breathing

Gas Exchange and Transport

The Kidneys

Integrative Physiology II: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

The Digestive System

Metabolism and Energy Balance

Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism

The Immune System

Integrative Physiology III: Exercise

Reproduction and Development

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