Biology
Animal Tissue and Anatomy
1,349 Questions
Test your knowledge of animal tissues and anatomical structures with these practice questions. The set covers human organs, reproductive systems, and sensory receptors. These fundamental biology topics frequently appear in medical and competitive examinations.
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Animal Tissue and Anatomy Questions
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soft and hard palate
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uvula
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hard palate and uvula
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uvula and soft palate
D
Correct answer
Explanation
During swallowing, the soft palate elevates and the uvula moves to close off the nasopharynx, preventing food and liquid from entering the nasal cavity. The hard palate forms the floor of the nasal cavity but does not move during swallowing. This coordinated action ensures food passes only into the oropharynx and then the esophagus.
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Nictitating membrane in the eye
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Eye lid
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Eye brow
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Eye lens
A
Correct answer
Explanation
The nictitating membrane (third eyelid) is a vestigial organ in humans - a non-functional remnant of a structure that was fully functional in many other vertebrates. Vestigial organs are evolutionary leftovers that served important functions in ancestors but have reduced or lost their original purpose due to changes in lifestyle or environment.
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Windpipe
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Pharynx
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Larynx
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Maxillary region
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The maxillary sinus is lined with schneiderian membrane. This membrane is histologically a bilaminar membrane with ciliated columnar epithelial cells on the internal side and periosteum on the osseous side.
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Pharynx
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Larynx
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Trachea
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Vestibule
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Larynx is made up of thyroid, circoid, paired arytenoid and epiglottis cartilages.
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Pharynx
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Windpipe
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Larynx
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Tonsil
C
Correct answer
Explanation
It is the voice-box or sound producing organ located in the neck region.
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Tongue
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Lips
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Buccal cavity
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Trachea
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Trachea is a tube connecting pharynx with the lungs. It has no role in articulated speech characteristic of human beings.
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Pharynx
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Larynx in man
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Lungs of vertebrates
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Gills of fish
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Larynx or sound box in males is called Adam's apple.
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Adenoid cells
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Ethmoturbinal region
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Mucus
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Nasal hair
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Ethmoturbinal region or schneiderian membrane detects the smell.
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amniotic fluid
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cerebrospinal fluid
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vitreous humour
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interstitial fluid
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Liquor amnii is the Latin term for amniotic fluid, the protective liquid that surrounds the fetus during pregnancy. The term literally translates to 'water of the amnion.' Cerebrospinal fluid is found in the brain and spinal cord, while vitreous humor fills the eye cavity.
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Tongue
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Liver
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Kidney
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Heart
A
Correct answer
Explanation
The tongue is the only muscle in the human body attached at only one end (to the hyoid bone and mandible). All other muscles are attached to bones at both ends (origin and insertion). The liver, kidney, and heart are organs, not primarily muscles.
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The brain is the control center of the human body, processing sensory information, coordinating movement, and regulating bodily functions. The heart pumps blood, eyes detect light, and mouth aids digestion, but none control the entire body.
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Thermoreceptors
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Olfactory receptors
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Phonoreceptors
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Gustatory receptors
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Photoreceptors
D
Correct answer
Explanation
This is the correct option. Gustatory receptors are present in the tongue to detect taste.
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along the middle of each carpel
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by pores at the top of each carpel
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along the line of carpel union
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along a circular horizontal line
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Septicidal dehiscence takes place along the line of carpal union.
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Glottis
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Uvula
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Epiglottis
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Tongue
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Reissner's membrane
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Eustachian tube
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Helicotrema
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Organ of corti
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Eustachian tube is a part of middle ear