Unit Test — Unit test Answers

Which injury would likely cause the body to permanently lose the ability to perform simple reflexes?

The tibia, or shin bone, has a large bump on the top that allows for ligaments to connect to the knee. What is this projection called?

Neurons and neuroglia work together to form nervous tissue, which is part of the nervous system. Which describes neurons and neuroglia?

Jonas states four interesting facts about bones. Which of Jonas’s statements is incorrect?

Which statement best describes the step in muscle contraction when the sarcomere is the shortest?

Lewis is exercising and his muscles need oxygen. Which best describes how systems interact to bring his body into homeostasis?

Which of the following actions involves voluntary muscle movement?

The sternum is the flat bone in the middle of the chest that connects to the collar bones (clavicles) and the ribs.To which skeletal system does the sternum belong?

The lungs, nose, and trachea are organs of the respiratory system. Which best describes these organs?

Kyle explains that the body of an airplane is like the appendicular skeleton and the wings of an airplane are like the axial skeleton. Which demonstrates how he could change his statement so it is accurate?

Once the body has begun shivering, what happens to make it stop shivering?

Which part of the autonomic system is most likely to be dominant while someone is napping after lunch?

Categorize the following: intestinal muscles, heart muscles, hand muscles, and neck muscles.