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Which one of the cell’s organelles is the site of energy production?
mitochondria
The correct order of structural organization from simplest to highest is?
chemicals, cells tissues, organ, organ systems, organism
Within the head, rostral means?
towards the nose
Palmar orientation is best defined as?
the walking surface of the front limb
Homeostasis means ___ of relatively constant internal environment?
maintenance
An increase in the release of oxytocin during parturition (birth) stimulates an increase in uterine contractions. This is an example of a?
positive feedback loop
The orientation “the fetlock is proximal to the hoof’ can be defined as?
“the fetlock is closer to the body than the hoof
The orientation “the ribs are lateral to the lungs” can be defined as:
the ribs are further from the midline than the lungs
The dorsal cavity in the animal contains?
Both the cranial and spinal cavity
What method will a somatic cell use for reproduction?
Mitosis
Epithelium that appears to consist of many layers but actually only has one layer is known as?
Pseudostratified columnar
Tissues that produce intercellular substances( i.e. cartilage and bone), store fat, and produce various blood cells are known as?
Connective tissue
What type of epithelium is shown here?
Simple columnar
Endocrine glands are best defined as?
Ductless glands that secrete hormones
Adipose tissue is best defined as?
Loose connective tissue found under skin, around internal organs
Which connective tissue functions to connect bone to bone and stabilized movement of locomotion?
Ligaments
Which class of connective tissue functions to protect the articulating surfaces of long bones?
cartilage
Osteoblasts are specialized cells specific to what class of connective tissue?
bone
Use the diagram below to identify the terminology listed:
medial
ventral
lateral
dorsal
What component of the cell is primarily made up of a phospholipid bilayer and functions as structural support as well as a “gateway” for nutrients, hormones, chemicals, and fluid?
cell membrane
Areolar tissue is classified as?
loose CT-proper
Which of the following would best describe a sagittal plane?
a plane which divides the body left and right
Which of the following tissue types can be classified as avascular?
both epithelial and nervous
Which tissue type lacks an extracellular matrix?
epithelial
Which of the following extracellular fiber types is composed of branched collagen fibers which have a net-like structure?
reticular
What connective tissue type forms the fibrous coverings of the kidney, testes, liver, spleen, and the joint capsule?
irregular
An anatomical term with the prefix Myo- would be associated with what body system?
muscular
Which of the following is LEAST necessary for an animal to survive?
reproduction
Which class of tissues is MOST associated with an animal’s ability to respond to stimuli?
nervous
A feedback mechanism that down regulates or counteracts a stimulus would be best described as?
negative feedback loop
The type of membrane associated with the chest cavity, abdominal cavity, or pelvic cavity?
serous
Which of the following is NOT a class of tissues?
membranes
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