What is the most abundant and biologically active female sex hormone?
A) progesterone
B) estradiol
C) ovaries
D) testosterone
QUESTION 2The ________ is a passageway that goes from the abdominal cavity, over the pubic bone, and through the groin area to the scrotum.
A) spermatic cord
B) ductus deferens
C) corpora cavernosa
D) inguinal canal
QUESTION 3The suffix -ician means ________.
A) medical treatment
B) disease
C) skilled expert; skilled professional
D) present at birth
QUESTION 4A prolapse of a heart valve occurs when it becomes thickened and hardened.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
QUESTION 5Congenital hypothyroidism in children which results in reduced mental development and dwarf-like physical stature, is:
A. acromegaly
B. cretinism
C. hirsutism
D. myxedema
QUESTION 6All of the following are facial bones EXCEPT ________.
A) sphenoid
B) lacrimal
C) zygomatic
D) mandibular
QUESTION 7The process of expelling semen is known as ________.
A) spermatogenesis
B) meiosis
C) ejaculation
D) spermatozoa
QUESTION 8The largest part of the brain is the ________.
A) cerebrum
B) cerebellum
C) thalamus
D) gyri and sulci
QUESTION 9During a polypectomy, the polyp may be removed from the colon using forceps or a snare.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
QUESTION 10The hormone that regulates electrolyte (sodium and potassium) balance is ________.
A) aldosterone
B) glucagon
C) androgens
D) epinephrine
QUESTION 11The combining form blast/o- means ________.
A) cancer
B) embryonic; immature
C) break down; destroy
D) mass; tumor