Applied Anatomy and Physiology for Physical Education: Interactive Quizzes

Question 1

Identify the function that does NOT belong to the muscular system:

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Storing recollections

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Producing movement

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Maintaining posture

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Generating heat

Question 2

Identify the system responsible for transmitting electrical impulses throughout the body:

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Nervous

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Muscular

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Circulatory

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Respiratory

Question 3

Which hormone is released in response to stress, leading to increased heart rate and elevated blood pressure?

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Epinephrine

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Testosterone

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Insulin

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Growth hormone

Question 4

Identify the type of transport that occurs without energy expenditure by the cell:

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Diffusion

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Osmosis

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Active transport

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Endocytosis

Question 5

Which organelle is primarily responsible for protein synthesis within the cell?

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Ribosomes

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Mitochondria

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Nucleus

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Golgi apparatus

Question 6

How do gases move between the blood and the lungs?

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Diffusion

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Respiration

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Osmosis

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Filtration

Question 7

Which of the following components of the circulatory system is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?

a) Veins.

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Heart

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Veins

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Arteries

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Capillaries

Question 8

Which of the following muscles is primarily responsible for flexing the elbow joint?

a) Triceps brachii.

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Biceps brachii

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Triceps brachii

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Brachialis

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Anconeus

Question 9

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

a) Rest-and-digest response.

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Rest-and-digest response

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Fight-or-flight response

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Increased heart rate

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Pupil dilation

Question 10

Which of the following joints is a freely movable joint that allows a wide range of motion?

a) Hinge joint.

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Ball-and-socket joint

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Hinge joint

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Pivot joint

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Cartilaginous joint

Question 11

Which of the following is **not** a function of the musculoskeletal system?

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Gas exchange

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Movement

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Protection

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Heat production

Question 12

Which system is responsible for regulating and coordinating body functions?

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Nervous system

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Musculoskeletal system

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Circulatory system

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Respiratory system

Question 13

Which type of blood vessel carries oxygenated blood away from the heart?

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Artery

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Vein

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Capillary

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Lymphatic vessel

Question 14

Which of the following is **not** considered a macronutrient?

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Vitamins

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Carbohydrates

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Proteins

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Fats

Question 15

What is the hypothalamus primarily responsible for?

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Regulating body temperature

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Controlling blood pressure

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Producing digestive enzymes

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Secreting hormones

Question 16

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

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Producing blood cells

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Providing support and protection for the body

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Enabling movement

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Storing minerals and energy

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the musculoskeletal system in the context of physical activity and sport?

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Regulating body temperature

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Providing support for the body

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Enabling movement and locomotion

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Protecting internal organs from injury

Question 18

Which type of muscle contraction involves the shortening of a muscle fiber, generating force and movement?

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Concentric

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Eccentric

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Isometric

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Isokinetic

Question 19

Which bone in the human body is the longest and strongest, providing support for the legs and facilitating locomotion?

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Femur

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Humerus

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Tibia

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Clavicle

Question 20

What is the process by which oxygen is transported throughout the body, delivering it to tissues and cells?

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Circulation

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Respiration

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Excretion

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Digestion

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT considered a main function of the nervous system?

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Controlling the body's metabolism and energy expenditure

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Facilitating communication between different parts of the body

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Coordinating body movements and responses

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Interpreting and responding to sensory information

Question 22

What is the name of the largest blood vessel in the human body, responsible for carrying oxygenated blood away from the heart to the rest of the body?

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Aorta

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Superior vena cava

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Pulmonary artery

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Carotid artery

Question 23

Which organ is responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and maintaining fluid balance in the body?

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Kidneys

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Liver

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Skin

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Lungs

Question 24

What is the process by which the body breaks down food into smaller components, absorbs nutrients, and makes them available for energy and growth?

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Digestion

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Respiration

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Circulation

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Excretion

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can influence an individual's athletic performance?

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Time of the day

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Genetic predispositions and physical attributes

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Regular training and practice

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Proper nutrition and hydration

Question 26

What is the name of the hormone primarily responsible for promoting muscle growth and development?

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Testosterone

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Estrogen

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Insulin

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Cortisol

Question 27

Which of the following is the primary function of the musculoskeletal system?

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To support the body, allow movement, and protect internal organs

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To regulate body temperature

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To transport oxygen and nutrients

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To produce hormones

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a type of muscle tissue?

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Tendon

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Skeletal muscle

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Smooth muscle

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Cardiac muscle

Question 29

Which part of the nervous system controls voluntary muscle movement?

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Somatic nervous system

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Central nervous system

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Peripheral nervous system

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Autonomic nervous system

Question 30

Which of the following is the main function of the respiratory system?

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To exchange gases between the blood and the external environment

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To regulate body temperature

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To filter waste products from the blood

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To produce digestive enzymes

Question 31

Which type of joint allows for the greatest range of movement?

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Ball-and-socket joint

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Hinge joint

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Pivot joint

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Saddle joint

Question 32

Which of the following is an example of an isotonic exercise?

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Push-ups

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Sit-ups

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Plank

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Bicep curls

Question 33

What is a possible outcome of exercising beyond the recommended intensity or duration?

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Muscle pain that appears a day or two after exercise

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Improved heart function

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Enhanced muscle stamina

Question 34

Which of the following muscles primarily flexes the knee joint during physical movement?

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Hamstrings

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Calves

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Quadriceps

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Abdominals

Question 35

Which bone forms the socket that articulates with the head of the femur to create the hip joint?

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Acetabulum

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Femur

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Ilium

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Patella

Question 36

Which division of the nervous system regulates involuntary functions, such as heart rate and digestion?

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Autonomic Nervous System

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Somatic Nervous System

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Peripheral Nervous System

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Central Nervous System

Question 37

Which type of blood vessel carries oxygenated blood away from the heart to the rest of the body?

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Arteries

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Capillaries

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Veins

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Lymphatics

Question 38

Which organ is primarily responsible for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the respiratory system?

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Lungs

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Kidneys

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Heart

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Stomach

Question 39

What is the term for the basic structural and functional unit of muscle tissue?

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Sarcomere

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Myofibril

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Fascicle

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Myofilament

Question 40

Which neurotransmitter is primarily involved in initiating muscle contractions by transmitting signals from nerves to muscles?

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Acetylcholine

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Dopamine

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Epinephrine

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Serotonin

Question 41

What is the process by which oxygen is primarily transported in the bloodstream?

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Hemoglobin Binding

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Diffusion

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Osmosis

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Active Transport

Question 42

Which of the following is a primary function of the lymphatic system in the human body?

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Drains excess fluid and waste products

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Transports oxygen and nutrients

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Controls body temperature