Physiology Quiz

Physiology Quiz

Test your knowledge about the functions and mechanisms of living organisms in this physiology quiz!

published on October 15, 2023
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Which organ system is responsible for pumping blood and delivering oxygen to the body?

Which organ system is responsible for pumping blood and delivering oxygen to the body?
Nervous system
Respiratory system
Cardiovascular system
Digestive system
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Which hormone controls the body's metabolism and regulates growth and development?

Which hormone controls the body's metabolism and regulates growth and development?
Insulin
Estrogen
Thyroxine
Adrenaline
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Where does the process of digestion primarily occur?

Where does the process of digestion primarily occur?
Liver
Stomach
Small intestine
Large intestine
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

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
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What is the role of the kidneys in the human body?

What is the role of the kidneys in the human body?
Producing urine
Digesting food
Regulating body temperature
Circulating oxygen
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Which organ is responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and producing bile?

Which organ is responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and producing bile?
Pancreas
Gallbladder
Liver
Kidneys
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What is the purpose of red blood cells in the human body?

What is the purpose of red blood cells in the human body?
Carrying oxygen
Breaking down food
Producing antibodies
Regulating body temperature
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Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating body temperature and controlling hunger and thirst?

Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating body temperature and controlling hunger and thirst?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Hypothalamus
Medulla oblongata
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What is the main function of the respiratory system?

What is the main function of the respiratory system?
Transporting nutrients
Removing waste products
Exchanging gases
Controlling body temperature
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Which hormone is responsible for the fight-or-flight response in stressful situations?

Which hormone is responsible for the fight-or-flight response in stressful situations?
Oxytocin
Cortisol
Adrenaline
Growth hormone
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the central nervous system?

Which of the following is NOT a component of the central nervous system?
Brain
Spinal cord
Peripheral nerves
Glial cells
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What is the function of white blood cells in the immune system?

What is the function of white blood cells in the immune system?
Transporting nutrients
Regulating body temperature
Recognizing and destroying pathogens
Making blood clot