Understanding Medical Terminology and Anatomical Concepts Quiz

Physiology focuses on the function of the body's structures.

The prefix 'cardio-' in medical terminology indicates the heart.

The medical term for the windpipe is the trachea.

The suffix '-itis' in medical terminology indicates inflammation.

The kidney filters blood and removes toxins from the body.

The vertebra is part of the axial skeleton, providing structural support for the body's axis.

The medical term for the voice box is the larynx.

The medical term for the shoulder blade is the scapula.

The thyroid gland regulates metabolism by producing hormones.

The medical term for the thigh bone is the femur.

The liver does not play a direct role in digestion; its functions include detoxification and nutrient processing.

The cerebellum plays a key role in the coordination of movement.

The pancreas produces insulin.

Adipose tissue is not a type of muscle tissue; it is a type of connective tissue storing fat.