Human Biology and Physiology Quiz

Explore physiology with 21 questions covering respiratory system, blood, organs, hormones, nervous & skeletal systems, and more.

#1

Which of the following is not a function of the respiratory system?

Gas exchange
Production of hormones
Regulation of blood pH
Sense of smell
#2

What is the role of red blood cells in the human body?

Transporting oxygen
Producing insulin
Digesting food
Conducting nerve impulses
#3

Which of the following is not a type of muscle tissue found in the human body?

Skeletal muscle
Smooth muscle
Adipose tissue
Cardiac muscle
#4

Which of the following is NOT a component of the human circulatory system?

Arteries
Veins
Capillaries
Bronchioles
#5

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skin?

Regulating body temperature
Producing vitamin D
Detecting pain and pressure
Storing excess water
#6

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

Supporting the body
Producing blood cells
Storing minerals
Digesting food
#7

Which of the following is NOT a component of the central nervous system?

Brain
Spinal cord
Nerves
Heart
#8

Which organ is primarily responsible for detoxifying the blood?

Liver
Kidney
Heart
Pancreas
#9

What is the purpose of the lymphatic system in the human body?

To transport nutrients
To regulate body temperature
To fight infections
To produce hormones
#10

What is the function of the cerebellum?

Regulating body temperature
Controlling voluntary movements
Filtering toxins from the blood
Producing red blood cells
#11

What is the primary function of the hypothalamus?

Regulating sleep patterns
Producing digestive enzymes
Controlling body temperature
Releasing growth hormones
#12

What is the primary function of the kidneys?

Regulating blood sugar levels
Filtering waste from the blood
Producing bile
Regulating heart rate
#13

Which of the following glands is responsible for producing cortisol?

Thyroid gland
Adrenal gland
Pituitary gland
Pineal gland
#14

What is the main function of the endocrine system?

Producing digestive enzymes
Regulating body temperature
Controlling growth and development
Removing toxins from the blood
#15

Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?

Insulin
Testosterone
Estrogen
Adrenaline
#16

What is the function of the medulla oblongata?

Regulating heart rate and breathing
Digesting food
Filtering waste from the blood
Storing glucose
#17

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

Filtering air
Producing mucus
Exchanging gases
Transporting oxygen to cells
#18

Which part of the brain is responsible for emotional responses and memory?

Cerebellum
Hippocampus
Amygdala
Pons
#19

What is the function of the cerebrum?

Regulating heart rate
Processing sensory information
Producing hormones
Digesting food
#20

What is the function of the vestibular system?

Regulating blood sugar levels
Maintaining balance and spatial orientation
Producing antibodies
Storing nutrients
#21

Which hormone is responsible for regulating water balance in the body?

Oxytocin
Aldosterone
Melatonin
Glucagon

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