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Human Anatomy Terminology Quiz

#1

What is the anatomical term for the front of the body?

Ventral
Explanation

Refers to the anterior side or belly side of the body.

#2

Which organ is responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?

Kidney
Explanation

Filters blood to remove waste and excess fluids, producing urine.

#3

Which blood vessels carry blood away from the heart?

Arteries
Explanation

Transport oxygenated blood from the heart to the body.

#4

What is the function of the gallbladder in the digestive system?

Store bile
Explanation

Stores bile produced by the liver until needed for digestion.

#5

Which organ is responsible for producing insulin?

Pancreas
Explanation

Endocrine organ regulating blood sugar levels by producing insulin.

#6

What is the main function of the alveoli in the respiratory system?

Gas exchange
Explanation

Small air sacs where oxygen and carbon dioxide exchange occurs in the lungs.

#7

What is the largest organ in the human body?

Skin
Explanation

The outer covering of the body, serving as a protective barrier.

#8

In which part of the digestive system does the majority of nutrient absorption occur?

Small Intestine
Explanation

Main site for absorbing nutrients from digested food.

#9

What is the term for the outermost layer of the skin?

Epidermis
Explanation

The top layer of the skin, providing protection.

#10

Which bone is commonly referred to as the thigh bone?

Femur
Explanation

The longest and strongest bone in the human body.

#11

Which part of the eye controls the amount of light entering the eye?

Iris
Explanation

Regulates the size of the pupil to control light entry.

#12

What is the medical term for the shinbone?

Tibia
Explanation

Large bone in the lower leg, commonly known as the shinbone.

#13

What is the scientific name for the collarbone?

Clavicle
Explanation

Bone that connects the shoulder blade to the sternum.

#14

What is the medical term for the voice box?

Larynx
Explanation

Part of the respiratory system involved in sound production.

#15

Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating basic life functions such as breathing and heart rate?

Medulla Oblongata
Explanation

Controls vital autonomic functions in the brainstem.

#16

What is the medical term for the shoulder blade?

Scapula
Explanation

Flat, triangular bone connecting the upper arm to the thorax.

#17

In the context of blood types, what does the 'Rh' stand for?

Rhesus
Explanation

Refers to the Rhesus factor, a protein on the surface of red blood cells.

#18

Which bone forms the forehead and the upper eye sockets?

Frontal bone
Explanation

Bone forming the forehead and upper eye sockets.

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