Vanders Human Physiology The Mechanisms of Body Function 12th Ed By Widmaier - Test Bank

Chapter 01

Homeostasis: A Framework for Human Physiology

Multiple Choice Questions
 

1.  The four broad categories of cells include those specialized for each of the following functions except  
A.  Movement
B.  Synthesis of complex molecules
C.  Secretion
D.  Support
E.  Conduction of electrical impulses 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Section 1.02
Topic: Cells
 

2.  Physiology is the study of  
A.  How two organisms interact
B.  How organisms function
C.  The spread of diseases
D.  The structure of the body 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Section 1.01
Topic: General
 

3.  The study of disease states in the body is called  
A.  Pathophysiology
B.  Anatomy
C.  Homeostasis
D.  Biology
E.  Histology 

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Section 1.01
Topic: General
 

4.  Which is not a connective tissue cell?  
A.  Bone cells
B.  Skeletal muscle cells
C.  Blood cells
D.  Fat cells