Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology Quiz
Test your understanding of anatomy with questions on organ systems, hormones, and bodily functions. Challenge yourself now!
#1
Which organ system is responsible for exchanging gases between the blood and the air in the lungs?
Digestive system
Respiratory system
Circulatory system
Urinary system
#2
What is the main function of the red blood cells in the human body?
Transporting oxygen
Producing antibodies
Filtering waste
Digesting food
#3
Which type of muscle is responsible for involuntary movements such as digestion and heart contractions?
Skeletal muscle
Smooth muscle
Cardiac muscle
Striated muscle
#4
Which of the following is NOT a component of blood?
Red blood cells
White blood cells
Platelets
Antibodies
#5
Which of the following organs is part of the central nervous system?
Spinal cord
Kidney
Liver
Stomach
#6
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?
Protection of internal organs
Production of hormones
Storage of minerals
Support for the body
#7
Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels in the human body?
Insulin
Estrogen
Testosterone
Thyroxine
#8
What is the function of the nephrons in the kidneys?
Producing urine
Filtering blood
Digesting food
Regulating body temperature
#9
Which gland is often referred to as the 'master gland' because it controls several other endocrine glands?
Pituitary gland
Thyroid gland
Adrenal gland
Pancreas
#10
What is the function of the alveoli in the respiratory system?
Filtering air
Exchanging gases
Producing mucus
Transporting oxygen
#11
Which part of the brain is responsible for coordinating muscle movements and maintaining balance?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brainstem
Hypothalamus
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