Testosterone, progesterone and estrogen are all derived from

Testosterone, progesterone and estrogen are all derived from  A. Androstenedione B. androgen C. cholesterol D. estrone E. 17 alpha-hydroxyla...

Because the majority of active transport and reabsorption of solutes (eg. glucose, water) occurs here, the _________ of all the nephrons collectively account for about 6% of one's daily resting ATP and caloric consumption.

Because the majority of active transport and reabsorption of solutes (eg. glucose, water) occurs here, the _________ of all the nephrons collectively...

Proteins are chemically digested using

Proteins are chemically digested using  A. HCl, pepsin, trypsin, and peptidases B. HCl, gastrin, lipase, and peptidases C. Secretin, HCl, amylase,...

Total saturation of protein transporters for a given solute in the renal tubules would result in

Total saturation of protein transporters for a given solute in the renal tubules would result in  A. reabsorption of all the solute. B. a renal...

Atrial natriuretic peptide reduces blood volume and pressure by

Atrial natriuretic peptide reduces blood volume and pressure by  A. decreasing glomerular filtration rate. B. activating renin and aldosterone...

_________ is a hormone, whereas ________________ is an enzyme.

_________ is a hormone, whereas ________________ is an enzyme.  A. Enterokinase; pepsin B. Serotonin; somatostatin C. Gastrin; cholecystokinin...

__________ transport lipids to the surface of the intestinal absorptive cells, which then process them into _________________.

__________ transport lipids to the surface of the intestinal absorptive cells, which then process them into _________________.  A. Fat droplets;...

Of the following components of bile, only _____________ has/have a digestive function.

Of the following components of bile, only _____________ has/have a digestive function.  A. bile salts B. bilirubin C. cholesterol D. phospholipids E....

During the absorptive state

During the absorptive state  A. the principal regulatory hormone is glucagon. B. blood glucose falls. C. fatty acids are oxidized for fuel. D....

Because the majority of active transport and reabsorption of solutes (eg. glucose, water) occurs here, the _________ of all the nephrons collectively account for about 6% of one's daily resting ATP and caloric consumption.

Because the majority of active transport and reabsorption of solutes (eg. glucose, water) occurs here, the _________ of all the nephrons collectively...

_________ is secreted during the postabsorptive state.

_________ is secreted during the postabsorptive state.  A. Glucagon B. Cholecystokinin (CCK) C. Gastrin D. Insulin E. Secretin Answer: A....

Which of the following would increase the glomerular filtration rate?

Which of the following would increase the glomerular filtration rate?  A. vasoconstriction of the efferent arteriole B. a rise in oncotic pressure C....

Most protein in the body is found in

Most protein in the body is found in  A. the skeletal system. B. the muscular system. C. the cardiovascular system. D. the integumentary system. E....

Normal urine from a healthy person can be expected to contain all of the following except

Normal urine from a healthy person can be expected to contain all of the following except  A. creatinine B. urobilin C. glucose D. ammonia E....

Pancreatic enzymes are secreted in response to the hormone

Pancreatic enzymes are secreted in response to the hormone  A. insulin. B. cholecystokinin (CCK). C. secretin. D. glucagon. E. gastrin. Answer: B....

________ is a product of glycolysis.

________ is a product of glycolysis.  A. Glucose B. Carbon dioxide C. Lactic acid D. Pyruvic acid E. oxaloacetate Answer: D. Pyruvic...

The small intestine has a very large absorptive surface associated with all these structures except

The small intestine has a very large absorptive surface associated with all these structures except  A. circular folds (plicae circulares). B....

Total saturation of protein transporters for a given solute in the renal tubules would result in

Total saturation of protein transporters for a given solute in the renal tubules would result in  A. reabsorption of all the solute. B. a renal...

The _______ is impermeable to water reabsorption.

The _______ is impermeable to water reabsorption.  A. thin segment of the loop of Henle B. thick segment of the loop of Henle C. proximal convoluted...

Proteins are chemically digested using

Proteins are chemically digested using  A. HCl, pepsin, trypsin, and peptidases B. HCl, gastrin, lipase, and peptidases C. Secretin, HCl, amylase,...

_______ regulate GFR via the afferent arteriole, while __________ wrap around the capillaries of the glomerulus to control filtration?

_______ regulate GFR via the afferent arteriole, while __________ wrap around the capillaries of the glomerulus to control filtration?  A. Macula...

Defecation is stimulated by

Defecation is stimulated by  A. the chemical composition of the feces. B. bacterial flora in the feces. C. water content of the feces. D. lipid...

Which is the healthiest ratio?

Which is the healthiest ratio?  A. high LDL: low chylomicron B. high HDL: low LDL C. high LDL: low HDL D. high chylomicron: low LDL E. high...

The ___________ regulates digestive tract motility, secretion, and blood flow, and its neurons are found in the ____________.

The ___________ regulates digestive tract motility, secretion, and blood flow, and its neurons are found in the ____________.  A. autonomic...

Which is not a function of the kidneys?

Which is not a function of the kidneys?  A. They regulate osmolarity of the body fluids. B. They fight osteoporosis by synthesizing vitamin D. C....

Anti-diuretic hormone acts on

Anti-diuretic hormone acts on  A. the proximal convoluted tubule. B. the medullary portion of the collecting duct. C. the descending limb of...

The first step in using amino acids as fuel is to _____________ them.

The first step in using amino acids as fuel is to _____________ them.  A. transaminate B. digest C. deaminate D. synthesize E. aminate Answer: C....

The TMR is NOT influenced by

The TMR is NOT influenced by  A. age B. gender C. surface area D. hormones E. water consumption Answer: E. water consumpti...

_________ break(s) down _______________.

_________ break(s) down _______________.  A. Lactase; glucose B. Peptidases; proteins C. Lipases; micelles D. Lactose; lactase E. Nucleases;...

Incomplete fatty acid oxidation produces ____________, whereas complete oxidation produces ____________.

Incomplete fatty acid oxidation produces ____________, whereas complete oxidation produces ____________.  A. triglycerides; keto acids B. acetyl-CoA;...

Hydrochloric acid is produced by ___________, stimulated by ________, _______, and _________.

Hydrochloric acid is produced by ___________, stimulated by ________, _______, and _________.  A. chief cells; gastrin, histamine and secretin B....

GFR is detected by the ______________ and can be altered by the actions of the _________________.

GFR is detected by the ______________ and can be altered by the actions of the _________________.  A. Macula densa; mesangial cells B. Juxtaglomerular...

__________ constitute the so-called "bad cholesterol."

__________ constitute the so-called "bad cholesterol."  A. Triglycerides B. Chylomicrons C. Low-density lipoproteins D. High-density lipoproteins E....

_____ are short term regulators of appetite, whereas ______________ is a long-term regulator.

_____ are short term regulators of appetite, whereas ______________ is a long-term regulator.  A. Peptide YY (PYY) and cholecystokinin (CCK);...

During the absorptive state

During the absorptive state  A. the principal regulatory hormone is glucagon. B. blood glucose falls. C. fatty acids are oxidized for fuel. D....

In the fast block to polyspermy, binding of sperm opens up _________ channels, which depolarizes the egg membrane and _________.

In the fast block to polyspermy, binding of sperm opens up _________ channels, which depolarizes the egg membrane and _________.  A. Ca2+; prevents...

______ is secreted during the postabsorptive state.

______ is secreted during the postabsorptive state.  A. Glucagon B. Cholecystokinin (CCK) C. Gastrin D. Insulin E. Secretin Answer: A....

Most protein in the body is found in

Most protein in the body is found in  A. the skeletal system. B. the muscular system. C. the cardiovascular system. D. the integumentary system. E....

Proteins can buffer a drop in pH by their _____ side groups and can buffer an increase in pH by their _____ side groups.

Proteins can buffer a drop in pH by their _____ side groups and can buffer an increase in pH by their _____ side groups.  A. -NH2; -PO4 B. -PO4;...

______ is a product of glycolysis.

______ is a product of glycolysis.  A. Glucose B. Carbon dioxide C. Lactic acid D. Pyruvic acid E. oxaloacetate Answer: D. Pyruvic ac...

Which is the healthiest ratio?

Which is the healthiest ratio?  A. high LDL: low chylomicron B. high HDL: low LDL C. high LDL: low HDL D. high chylomicron: low LDL E. high SFA:...

In fetal circulation, blood bypasses the lungs by flowing through

In fetal circulation, blood bypasses the lungs by flowing through  A. the foramen ovale and ductus arteriosus. B. the ligamentum venosum and...

Fluid intake is governed mainly by hypothalamic neurons called

Fluid intake is governed mainly by hypothalamic neurons called  A. proprioceptors. B. osmoreceptors. C. baroreceptors. D. nociceptors. E. mechanoreceptors. Answer: B....

The major chemical buffers systems of the body are the ___ systems.

The major chemical buffers systems of the body are the ___ systems.  A. bicarbonate, nucleic acids, and protein B. bicarbonate, phosphate, and...

Primary germ layers are formed during

Primary germ layers are formed during  A. implantation. B. gastrulation. C. cleavage. D. conception. E. organogenesis. Answer: B. ga...

In acidosis, the membrane potential of nerve cells is ___, which ___ the central nervous system.

In acidosis, the membrane potential of nerve cells is ___, which ___ the central nervous system.  A. repolarized; inhibits B. hyperpolarized;...

Mesenchyme (from the mesoderm) gives rise to

Mesenchyme (from the mesoderm) gives rise to  A. reproductive and urinary systems. B. the integumentary system and exocrine glands. C. muscle,...

The developing individual is called a(n) ___________ during most of the first 2 weeks, a(n) _____________ from 3 through 8 weeks, and a(n) ____________ from the beginning of week 9 until birth.

The developing individual is called a(n) ___________ during most of the first 2 weeks, a(n) _____________ from 3 through 8 weeks, and a(n) ____________...

The first step in using amino acids as fuel is to _____________ them.

The first step in using amino acids as fuel is to _____________ them.  A. transaminate B. digest C. deaminate D. synthesize E. aminate Answer: C....

The TMR is NOT influenced by

The TMR is NOT influenced by  A. age B. gender C. surface area D. hormones E. water consumption Answer: E. Water consumpti...

Hemorrhages

Hemorrhages  A. decrease body water but increase osmolarity. B. increase ECF volume but decrease ICF volume. C. decrease body water but do not...

Calcium concentration is regulated by

Calcium concentration is regulated by  A. hormones. B. sodium and calcium concentration in plasma. C. chloride and phosphate concentration in...

__________ constitute the so-called "bad cholesterol."

__________ constitute the so-called "bad cholesterol."  A. Triglycerides B. Chylomicrons C. Low-density lipoproteins D. High-density lipoproteins E....

________ are short term regulators of appetite, whereas ______________ is a long- term regulator.

________ are short term regulators of appetite, whereas ______________ is a long- term regulator.  A. Peptide YY (PYY) and cholecystokinin (CCK);...

The _________________ provides fetal nutrition and secretes hormones that regulate pregnancy and fetal development.

The _________________ provides fetal nutrition and secretes hormones that regulate pregnancy and fetal development.  A. uterus B. myometrium C....

Incomplete fatty acid oxidation produces ____________, whereas complete oxidation produces ____________.

Incomplete fatty acid oxidation produces ____________, whereas complete oxidation produces ____________.  A. triglycerides; keto acids B. acetyl-CoA;...

What protein(s) is/are the most important buffer(s) in erythrocytes?

What protein(s) is/are the most important buffer(s) in erythrocytes?  A. albumin B. fibrinogen C. gamma globulins D. hemoglobin E. myoglobin Answer: D....

What protein(s) is/are the most important buffer(s) in blood plasma?

What protein(s) is/are the most important buffer(s) in blood plasma?  A. alpha globulins B. fibrinogen C. gamma globulins D. transferrin E. albumin Answer: E....

During implantation, the trophoblast divides into two layers. The innermost layer, the _________, becomes the chorionic villi, and an outermost layer, the ___________, which forms the decidua basalis and main placental tissue.

During implantation, the trophoblast divides into two layers. The innermost layer, the _________, becomes the chorionic villi, and an outermost layer,...

Lactation is stimulated and enhanced by ______________ and the release of ____________.

Lactation is stimulated and enhanced by ______________ and the release of ____________.  A. labor; testosterone. B. suckling; estrogen. C. suckling;...

In early pregnancy, ____________ stimulates growth of the corpus luteum.

In early pregnancy, ____________ stimulates growth of the corpus luteum.  A. human chorionic gonadotropin B. follicle-stimulating hormone C....

Which of the following major events of prenatal development happens first?

Which of the following major events of prenatal development happens first?  A. the eyes are fully open B. meconium accumulates in the intestines C....

Hypernatremia tends to cause all of the following except

Hypernatremia tends to cause all of the following except  A. edema. B. water retention. C. interstitial fluid accumulation. D. a reduction in...

Chronic vomiting can lead to

Chronic vomiting can lead to  A. metabolic alkalosis. B. metabolic acidosis. C. respiratory acidosis. D. lymphatic alkalosis. E. respiratory...

Anatomy Multiple Choice Questions And Answers

Chronic vomiting can lead to  A. metabolic alkalosis. B. metabolic acidosis. C. respiratory acidosis. D. lymphatic alkalosis. E. respiratory alkalosis. Answer:...