Physiology Quiz Test your knowledge about the functions and mechanisms of living organisms in this physiology quiz! rihanna80 published on October 15, 20230 responses 0 « Previous Next » Questions in vertical order 1/12 Which organ system is responsible for pumping blood and delivering oxygen to the body? Nervous system Respiratory system Cardiovascular system Digestive system 2/12 Which hormone controls the body's metabolism and regulates growth and development? Insulin Estrogen Thyroxine Adrenaline 3/12 Where does the process of digestion primarily occur? Liver Stomach Small intestine Large intestine 4/12 Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system? Support and protection Production of red blood cells Storage of minerals Movement with the help of muscles 5/12 What is the role of the kidneys in the human body? Producing urine Digesting food Regulating body temperature Circulating oxygen 6/12 Which organ is responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and producing bile? Pancreas Gallbladder Liver Kidneys 7/12 What is the purpose of red blood cells in the human body? Carrying oxygen Breaking down food Producing antibodies Regulating body temperature 8/12 Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating body temperature and controlling hunger and thirst? Cerebrum Cerebellum Hypothalamus Medulla oblongata 9/12 What is the main function of the respiratory system? Transporting nutrients Removing waste products Exchanging gases Controlling body temperature 10/12 Which hormone is responsible for the fight-or-flight response in stressful situations? Oxytocin Cortisol Adrenaline Growth hormone 11/12 Which of the following is NOT a component of the central nervous system? Brain Spinal cord Peripheral nerves Glial cells 12/12 What is the function of white blood cells in the immune system? Transporting nutrients Regulating body temperature Recognizing and destroying pathogens Making blood clot
