Question 1

At what age do boys generally complete rapid growth stage?

Accepted Answer

A) 12 
B) 14 
C) 16 
D) 18 
A) 12 
B) 14 
C) 16 
D) 18 C

Question 2

Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-Study of prenatal development; study of the development of an individual before birth

Accepted Answer

A) Parturition 
B) Chorion 
C) Neonate 
D) Zygote 
E) Organogenesis
F)Blastocyst
G)Gestation
H)Morula
I)Senescence
J)Primary germ layers
K)Histogenesis
L)Embryology
M)Implantation
N)Fertilization 
A) Parturition 
B) Chorion 
C) Neonate 
D) Zygote 
E) Organogenesis
F)Blastocyst
G)Gestation
H)Morula
I)Senescence
J)Primary germ layers
K)Histogenesis
L)Embryology
M)Implantation
N)Fertilization L

Question 3

If a creature had 36 chromosomes in its normal body cells, its gametes would contain _____ chromosomes.

Accepted Answer

A) 72 
B) 36 
C) 18 
D) 9 
A) 72 
B) 36 
C) 18 
D) 9 C

Question 4

As one ages, anxiety and hostility increases, control over fear lessens, and resistance to happiness increases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The stimulus to breathe results primarily from the increasing amounts of oxygen in the blood after the umbilical cord is cut after delivery.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

In most cases, stage one of labor lasts from _____ hours.

Accepted Answer

A) 2 to 4 
B) 6 to 12 
C) 6 to 24 
D) 24 to 36 
A) 2 to 4 
B) 6 to 12 
C) 6 to 24 
D) 24 to 36

Question 7

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description.
-Results when the costal cartilage connecting the ribs and sternum hardens and the ribs become fixed

Accepted Answer

A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia 
A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia

Question 8

A tetrad is:

Accepted Answer

A) formed only in spermatogenesis. 
B) formed only in oogenesis. 
C) homologous pairs of chromosomes that are moved together. 
D) None of the above describe a tetrad. 
A) formed only in spermatogenesis. 
B) formed only in oogenesis. 
C) homologous pairs of chromosomes that are moved together. 
D) None of the above describe a tetrad.

Question 9

The outer germ layer, or endoderm, forms many of the structures around the periphery of the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

As we age, muscle fibers develop into "fast type" fibers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following is not a function of the placenta?

Accepted Answer

A) Excretory organ 
B) Respiratory organ 
C) Endocrine organ 
D) Barrier to alcohol 
A) Excretory organ 
B) Respiratory organ 
C) Endocrine organ 
D) Barrier to alcohol

Question 12

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description.
-"Hardening of the arteries"; occurs when the fatty deposits calcify

Accepted Answer

A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia 
A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia

Question 13

Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-Infant during its first 4 weeks of life

Accepted Answer

A) Parturition 
B) Chorion 
C) Neonate 
D) Zygote 
E) Organogenesis
F)Blastocyst
G)Gestation
H)Morula
I)Senescence
J)Primary germ layers
K)Histogenesis
L)Embryology
M)Implantation
N)Fertilization 
A) Parturition 
B) Chorion 
C) Neonate 
D) Zygote 
E) Organogenesis
F)Blastocyst
G)Gestation
H)Morula
I)Senescence
J)Primary germ layers
K)Histogenesis
L)Embryology
M)Implantation
N)Fertilization

Question 14

Fertilization takes place in the:

Accepted Answer

A) vagina. 
B) uterus. 
C) uterine tube. 
D) ovary. 
A) vagina. 
B) uterus. 
C) uterine tube. 
D) ovary.

Question 15

The most potent stem cells, those that can generate many types of human tissue, can be found in the:

Accepted Answer

A) red bone marrow. 
B) zygote 
C) blastocyst stage. 
D) Both B and C are correct. 
A) red bone marrow. 
B) zygote 
C) blastocyst stage. 
D) Both B and C are correct.

Question 16

The inner cell mass of the blastocyst contains the:

Accepted Answer

A) yolk sac. 
B) amniotic cavity. 
C) trophoblast. 
D) Both A and B are correct. 
A) yolk sac. 
B) amniotic cavity. 
C) trophoblast. 
D) Both A and B are correct.

Question 17

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description.
-Process by which older bones develop bone margins that become indistinct and shaggy-appearing

Accepted Answer

A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia 
A) Atherosclerosis 
B) Arteriosclerosis 
C) Stroke 
D) Osteoarthritis 
E) "Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia

Question 18

Briefly discuss the three stages of labor.

Accepted Answer

The three stages of labor are:

1. Stage

Question 19

At fertilization, what part of the sperm cell enters the egg?

Accepted Answer

A) Nucleus of the sperm 
B) RNA from the sperm 
C) Proteins from the sperm 
D) All of the above 
A) Nucleus of the sperm 
B) RNA from the sperm 
C) Proteins from the sperm 
D) All of the above

Question 20

Explain the theories of aging discussed in this chapter.

Accepted Answer

In this chapter, several theories of agi

Exam 47: Growth, Development, and Aging

At what age do boys generally complete rapid growth stage?

Match each term with its corresponding definition. -Study of prenatal development; study of the development of an individual before birth

If a creature had 36 chromosomes in its normal body cells, its gametes would contain _____ chromosomes.

As one ages, anxiety and hostility increases, control over fear lessens, and resistance to happiness increases.

The stimulus to breathe results primarily from the increasing amounts of oxygen in the blood after the umbilical cord is cut after delivery.

In most cases, stage one of labor lasts from _____ hours.

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -Results when the costal cartilage connecting the ribs and sternum hardens and the ribs become fixed

A tetrad is:

The outer germ layer, or endoderm, forms many of the structures around the periphery of the body.

As we age, muscle fibers develop into "fast type" fibers.

Which of the following is not a function of the placenta?

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -"Hardening of the arteries"; occurs when the fatty deposits calcify

Match each term with its corresponding definition. -Infant during its first 4 weeks of life

Fertilization takes place in the:

The most potent stem cells, those that can generate many types of human tissue, can be found in the:

The inner cell mass of the blastocyst contains the:

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -Process by which older bones develop bone margins that become indistinct and shaggy-appearing

Briefly discuss the three stages of labor.

At fertilization, what part of the sperm cell enters the egg?

Explain the theories of aging discussed in this chapter.

Organization of the Body

Homeostasis

Chemistry of Life

Biomolecules

Cell Structure

Cell Function

Cell Growth and Development

Introduction to Tissues

Tissue Types

Skin

Skeletal Tissues

Axial Skeleton

Appendicular Skeleton

Articulations

Axial Muscles

Appendicular Muscles

Muscle Contraction

Nervous System Cells

Nerve Signaling

Central Nervous System

Peripheral Nervous System

Autonomic Nervous System

General Senses

Special Senses

Endocrine Regulation

Endocrine Glands

Blood

Heart

Blood Vessels

Circulation of the Blood

Lymphatic System

Innate Immunity

Adaptive Immunity

Stress

Respiratory Tract

Ventilation

Gas Exchange Transport

Upper Digestive Tract

Lower Digestive Tract

Digestion and Absorption

Nutrition and Metabolism

Urinary System

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Acid-Base Balance

Male Reproductive System

Female Reproductive System

Genetics and Heredity

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