Biology 101

This is a practice test for biology 101 test 2. You should also review all lectures and practice writing questions for each lecture set. You will also want to take advantage of the test banks under the “Lessons” tab in Angel. In addition to these sample questions and the test banks, you are advised to study the diagrams from all chapters and be able to label main structures.

1) The function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum(RER) is: a) Digestion b) Support c) DNA isolation d) Protein production

2) The cell membrane is composed of two layers of a) Proteins with interspersed lipids b) Hydrophilic lipids, proteins and sugars. c) Phospholipids with proteins and sugars interspersed d) Glycoproteins and glycolipids
a) proximal b) distal c) superior d) inferior

25) The groin is ____________ to the chest. a) proximal b) distal c) superior d) inferior

26) Nervous tissue provides movement and heat. (T/F)

27) Cartilage is the only connective tissue that is vascular which means it has a rich blood supply. (T/F)

28) Which of the following is a function of the skeletal and muscular systems as they work together? a) movement and locomotion b) protection of organs c) maintenance of upright posture d) all of these

29) How are bone and cartilage similar? a) Both are connective tissues b) Both connect to muscle c) Both have textures that vary from gel-like to hard and calcified d) They are not similar at all

30) Which of the following is an example of a long bone? a) patella b) humerus c) scapula d) frontal bone

31) The inside of the shaft of a long bone is filled with a) Spongy bone b) Cartilage c) Bone marrow d) Synovial